Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer
Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer are a delightful and easy weeknight meal that brings together the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. With juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky glaze made from sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this dish offers a healthy alternative to traditional frying without compromising on flavor. The air fryer ensures crispy skin and tender meat in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy nights or casual gatherings with friends. Serve these mouthwatering chicken thighs over jasmine rice or alongside your favorite steamed vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- 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 chicken thighs dry with paper towels; season with avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken thighs skin side down in the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- After 15 minutes, baste chicken with the glaze and repeat every five minutes until cooking is complete (total cooking time: 25 minutes).
- Broil for an extra 2-3 minutes for crispiness if desired.
- Let rest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken thighs (170g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 875mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg