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Four glazed chicken thighs garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions are arranged on a white plate.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

These air fryer teriyaki chicken thighs are a game changer! Get ready for crispy, flavorful chicken with minimal effort.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: asian inpired
Servings: 4
Calories: 371kcal
Author: Wendy

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Bowl
  • Sauce pan
  • storage bag

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • ¾ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  • Add the chicken to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil.
  • Place the marinated chicken in the basket in a single layer.
  • Air fry for 18-20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • While the chicken is cooking, pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Continue boiling for at least 5 minutes.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small amount of water and whisk well.
  • If a thicker sauce is desired, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, toss it in the thickened teriyaki sauce until well coated.
  • Transfer the chicken to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

  • Save some of the teriyaki sauce to drizzle fresh over the reheated chicken! Trust me, it’ll taste just as amazing as the first day.
  • Don't limit yourself to just using this teriyaki chicken as a main dish. Get creative and use it as a protein topping for salads or wraps, or even add it to your stir-fry for an extra burst of flavor.
  • Feeling adventurous? Switch up the marinade by adding different spices or ingredients like honey, garlic, or ginger.
  • Looking to make this dish even healthier? Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts and reduce the amount of sugar in the marinade.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 2520mg | Potassium: 378mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg