A flavorful recipe for Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Author:Nicole Grace
Prep Time:30 minutes (plus marinating time)
Cook Time:25-30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour (including marinating time)
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Air Frying
Cuisine:Asian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to create the marinade.
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side up, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Cook the chicken thighs in the air fryer for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crispy.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or serve with a side of sriracha.
You can also substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, adjusting the cooking time as needed.