Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs, perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a crispy finish. This quick and easy recipe combines juicy chicken thighs with a luscious sweet chili glaze that will tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these flavorful chicken thighs promise to impress both family and friends. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can enjoy a delightful meal without the fuss of deep frying. Serve them over jasmine rice or alongside colorful vegetables for a complete culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mushroom sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the chicken thighs skin side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sticky glaze by mixing sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, mushroom sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- After 15 minutes, baste the chicken with the prepared glaze and cook for another 10 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil on high for an additional 2-3 minutes while monitoring closely.
- Let rest before serving over jasmine rice or with vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg