Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer
Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer are a mouthwatering dish that combines sweet and savory flavors in a quick, easy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe features juicy chicken thighs coated in a delicious sticky glaze made from sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. The air fryer cooks the chicken to crispy perfection while keeping the meat tender and flavorful. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a family dinner at home, this dish is sure to be a hit on any table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 thighs per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; rub this mixture over the chicken.
- Place chicken thighs skin side down in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 minutes.
- Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a separate bowl.
- Baste chicken thighs with the sticky glaze three times during cooking.
- Continue cooking for an additional 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil for extra crispiness if desired.
- Allow to rest before serving over rice or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg