Teriyaki Chicken in Air Fryer
Tender, juicy chicken thighs with a glossy homemade teriyaki glaze, air-fried to crispy perfection. Ready in under 25 minutes with no oil, offering an authentic Asian takeout-style flavor at home.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Quick Dinner Recipes
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (4 pieces, 5-6 oz each)
Olive oil (1 tablespoon)
Salt (½ teaspoon, adjust to taste)
Black pepper (½ teaspoon, freshly ground)
Garlic powder (½ teaspoon or ¼ teaspoon fresh minced garlic)
Low-sodium soy sauce (¼ cup)
Honey (2 tablespoons)
Cornstarch (1 tablespoon, optional for thicker glaze)
Sesame oil (1 teaspoon)
Rice vinegar (1 teaspoon)
Sesame seeds (1 teaspoon, optional garnish)
Instructions
Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Coat lightly with olive oil and place in air fryer basket.
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, then flip and cook 5 more minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, sesame oil, and rice vinegar for the glaze.
Return chicken to air fryer, brush glaze evenly over each piece.
Air fry 2-3 minutes more until glaze caramelizes.
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve warm.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier results than breasts.
Adjust soy sauce and honey to taste.
Air fryer rack rotation is recommended for even cooking.
Leftovers store 2-3 days refrigerated. Freeze uncooked chicken for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with 2 tablespoons glaze
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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