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Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer Recipe

Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 chicken thighs
  • Category: Air Frying
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

These Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick dinner. The chicken thighs are seasoned and air-fried to crispy perfection, then coated in a sticky glaze for a delicious finish.


Ingredients

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Chicken Thighs:

  • 8 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Sticky Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 3 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken thighs: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season with avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Air fry the chicken: Air fry the chicken skin side down at 375 degrees for 15 minutes.
  4. Make the Sticky Glaze: Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
  5. Baste the chicken: Baste the chicken with the sticky sauce while air frying, ensuring it caramelizes. Repeat at least 3 times.
  6. Continue cooking: Cook the chicken for another 10 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Broil for crispiness: Broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes for a crispy finish, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving over rice or with vegetables.

Notes

  • For oven cooking, line a baking tray with parchment paper and roast the chicken skin side down at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, then flip and roast for 10 more minutes.
  • To ensure crispiness, pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before cooking.
  • For extra caramelization, broil the chicken for 2 minutes at the end of cooking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 21g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg