Description
Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs with tender chicken, flavorful marinade, and crispy skin – a quick and delicious crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Marinade In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, sriracha, and brown sugar until well combined. Reserve 3 tablespoons of this mixture in a separate container for later glazing (store in refrigerator). Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the remaining marinade over them. Massage the marinade into the meat, ensuring all surfaces are coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours.
- Step 2: Preheat and Prepare Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes. While it’s heating, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Take the thighs out of the marinade and gently pat them dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.
- Step 3: First Air Frying Phase Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs in a single layer in the basket, making sure they don’t overlap. Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches. Air fry for 8 minutes.
- Step 4: Glaze and Finish While the chicken is cooking, place the reserved marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Cook for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly into a glaze, stirring occasionally. After the initial 8 minutes, flip each chicken thigh and brush generously with the reduced glaze. Continue cooking for another 4-6 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and has a caramelized, sticky exterior.
- Step 5: Rest and Serve Transfer the Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs to a clean plate and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Brush with any remaining glaze for an extra flavor boost. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving for a beautiful presentation and added texture.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg