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Crispy Air Fryer Asian Chicken Thighs

Easy, sticky, tender, crispy amazing air fryer Asian chicken thighs are perfect for meal prep! This easy recipe is so loaded with flavor you'll want to put it on repeat!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 285 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 2.5 to 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs 8 thighs
  • 1/3 cup coconut aminos*
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp Sriracha optional

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, stir together the ingredients for the marinade until well-combined.
  2. Transfer the raw chicken to a zip lock bag (or bowl or sealable container) and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and move everything around until the chicken is coated in the marinade.
  3. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, ideally several hours (up to 24 hours).
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F for 3 to 5 minutes. If needed, you can spray the basket with cooking spray.
  5. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer with the rounded side up. Air fry for 14 minutes at 375. 
  6. Flip the chicken thighs and air fry for another 4 to 6 minutes, or until the chicken is crispy and cooked through.
  7. Note: Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook two batches. Mine holds four thighs at a time.
  8. Serve these juicy chicken thighs with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.

Notes

  • *You can use liquid aminos or soy sauce in place of coconut aminos. If you make this replacement, I recommend adding 1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup to bring sweetness to the marinade, as coconut aminos is naturally sweet.
  • Note that the chicken will be fully cooked (165 degrees internal temperature) before it becomes crispy. In this sense, you’ll be cooking the chicken longer than necessary in order to maintain a tender inside but achieve that delicious crispy outside.
  • If you'd like, check the temperature of the chicken, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken thigh. Wait until the numbers stop moving to get an accurate read.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Thigh Calories 285kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 15g (23%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 285

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Thigh
Calories 285kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 15g 23%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.