Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
10 mins
-
Cook Time
15 mins
-
Total Time
25 mins
-
Servings
6 servings
-
Calories
222 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
Description
The Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs recipe uses a marinade combining honey, soy sauce, lime juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, curry powder, coriander, salt, and pepper with a neutral cooking oil. After marinating for at least 30 minutes, the chicken is air fried at 380°F for 14-15 minutes, flipping halfway, to develop a well-coated, flavorful crust and tender meat inside.
The preparation results in juicy chicken with a slight sweetness and subtle spice notes from the curry and coriander. The air fryer method reduces the need for excess oil while still producing a pleasantly textured exterior.
This dish can be served immediately alongside your chosen sauce, pairing well with rice, vegetables, or salad for a balanced meal.
Chicken can be marinated up to a day ahead, refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, or frozen for 4-5 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 5 minutes or use a microwave for convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. chicken thighs boneless and skinless, fat trimmed
- 3 Tbsp. neutral cooking oil avocado or olive, generic cooking oil
- 2 Tbsp. honey pure maple syrup, or brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp. soy sauce or gluten-free Tamari
- 1 Tbsp. lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- ½ tsp. curry powder
- ½ tsp. Coriander
- 1 tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the oil, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, mustard, garlic, curry powder, coriander, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Whisk until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in the bowl and toss until they’re completely coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 380 degrees for at least 3 minutes.
- Place the chicken thighs in a single layer and cook for 14-15 minutes. Flip the thighs over using tongs halfway through cooking and brush any remaining marinade on top.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sauce.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes, or up to one day, to deepen flavor.
- Store cooked leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze cooked chicken in a freezer bag for up to 4-5 months.
- Reheat frozen chicken in the air fryer at 300°F for 5 minutes or use a microwave.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 222kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.05g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 108mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 576mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 320mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 59IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.