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Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Enjoy flavorful Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, perfectly crispy and easy to make.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 383
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
  • 0.5 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Air fry the chicken skin side down at 375°F for 15 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil.
  6. Baste the chicken a few times with the sticky sauce while air frying.
  7. Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. For an extra crispy finish, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
  9. Once done, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes.
  10. Serve the Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs over jasmine rice or with your favorite vegetable side dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 383kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 24gFat: 28g

Notes

Feel free to swap the sweet chili sauce for your favorite barbecue or teriyaki sauce. Add fresh ginger or crushed red pepper for an extra kick, or toss in sesame seeds before serving for enhanced visual appeal.

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