Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer Recipe
Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in the air fryer offer a sweet and savory balance of flavors, combining sweet chili sauce, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Perfectly crispy with juicy chicken inside, this dish makes an easy and delicious weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions and sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar or lime juice, garlic, and ginger.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, then rub with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side down, and cook for 12 minutes.
- Flip the thighs, brush generously with the sweet chili mixture, and cook for another 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- To enhance the crispy skin, air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- You can substitute lime juice for a tangier flavor instead of vinegar.
- Adjust the sweet chili sauce for more or less sweetness depending on your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg