Air Fryer Asian Glazed Chicken Thighs are a delightful mix of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken thighs are cooked to perfection in the air fryer and coated with a sticky, flavorful Asian-inspired glaze, making them a perfect main dish for a satisfying meal.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the glaze:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (for thickening)
For garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Preparation Instructions:
- Season the chicken thighs:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil and season with garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side down.
- Cook for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 10-12 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare the glaze:
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to simmer.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the glaze thickens.
- Glaze the chicken:
- Brush the cooked chicken thighs generously with the glaze and return to the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to caramelize.
- Serve:
- Garnish the chicken thighs with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
Notes
- For a spicier glaze, add extra chili flakes or Sriracha to the sauce.
- Use boneless chicken thighs for a quicker cooking time (reduce by 5 minutes).
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes.
Picture
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