Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer Recipe
These Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs are a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and sticky goodness. Cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer, they make a delicious meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 8 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Sticky Glaze:
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat Dry: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
- Season: Season the chicken thighs with avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Air Fry: Air fry the chicken skin side down at 375°F for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Glaze: Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and oyster sauce in a bowl.
- Baste: Baste the chicken with the sticky sauce while cooking, ensuring caramelization.
- Continue Cooking: Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Broil: For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes, watching closely.
- Rest: Remove chicken from the air fryer and let it rest.
- Serve: Serve over rice or with favorite sides.
Notes
- Make sure to keep an eye on the chicken while broiling to avoid burning.
- Adjust the sweetness or spiciness of the glaze to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Recipe, Asian Chicken
