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Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer: Try This!

A delicious recipe for Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs made in an air fryer, featuring a flavorful marinade and crispy skin.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, vegetable oil, sesame oil, rice vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well to create the marinade.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Cover and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  4. Place the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin side up.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy. Baste with the remaining marinade halfway through cooking for extra flavor.
  6. Once done, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken thighCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a healthier option, use skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts.
  • Serve with steamed rice or quinoa and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

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