Description
Crispy, golden chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and umami-rich teriyaki sauce, perfectly air-fried in 29 minutes. A quick, no-oil takeout-style dish that’s juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Serve over rice or in salads for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
6 bone-in or boneless chicken thighs (leave skin on)
1/4 cup soy sauce (alcohol-free if required)
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch (or arrowroot powder)
1 teaspoon sesame oil or neutral oil
Instructions
Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, sesame seeds (if using), and cornstarch.
Place chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, rotating the basket halfway through.
Remove from air fryer and brush with teriyaki sauce (reserving some for basting).
Return to air fryer and cook for 4 more minutes, until glaze is bubbly and lightly caramelized.
Brush with remaining sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
Use bone-in thighs for extra juiciness.
Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried bok choy, or add to salads and tacos.
For a halal/vegetarian option, ensure all ingredients (including soy sauce) are certified.
Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 2200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg