Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs
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4.9
Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs
Description
Air Fryer Asian-Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs features skinless chicken thighs marinated in a tangy and sweet sauce made from soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, crushed garlic, sriracha, and grated ginger. After marinating for at least two hours, the thighs are air fried at 400°F for about 14 minutes, turning once, resulting in juicy meat with a slightly caramelized exterior. The remaining marinade is reduced on the stove to create a thickened glaze which is drizzled over the cooked chicken. Garnishing with sliced scallions adds a mild onion note and a touch of color.
The glaze combines savory, sweet, and spicy elements balanced by the honey and vinegar. The air frying cooks the chicken quickly and evenly without excess oil, maintaining tenderness. This approach yields a chicken dish with a flavorful crust and juicy interior, suitable for serving with rice or steamed vegetables.
The recipe leverages common Asian pantry ingredients and fresh aromatics such as ginger and garlic to enhance depth. The use of an air fryer simplifies cleanup and shortens cooking times compared to oven baking or stovetop methods.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thigh 32 oz total, boneless, skinless, fat trimmed
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger fresh grated
- 1 scallion (green only sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the balsamic, soy sauce, honey, garlic, sriracha and ginger and mix well.
- Pour half of the marinade (1/4 cup) into a large bowl with the chicken, covering all the meat and marinate at least 2 hours, or as long as overnight.
- Reserve the remaining sauce for later.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400F.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and transfer to the air fryer basket.
- Cook in batches 14 minutes, turning halfway until cooked through in the center.
- Meanwhile, place the remaining sauce in a small pot and cook over medium-low heat until it reduces slightly and thickens, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- To serve, drizzle the sauce over the chicken and top with scallions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 297 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2thighs (8 oz) | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 45.5g | 91% |
| Fat | 9.5g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 214mg | 71% |
| Sodium | 835mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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