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Air Fryer Honey Balsamic Glazed Chicken Thighs
These air fryer chicken thighs are coated in a sweet and tangy honey balsamic glaze, resulting in incredibly tender and flavorful meat with a beautiful caramelized finish.
Prep 10 min
Cook 18 min
Total 28 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Honey Balsamic Glaze
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Prep Chicken
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Ensure they are evenly coated.
- 2
Make Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and rosemary (if using). Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
- 3
Air Fry Chicken
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Place chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes.
- 4
Glaze and Finish Cooking
Brush the chicken thighs generously with the honey balsamic glaze. Flip the chicken and brush the other side. Continue to cook for another 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and the glaze is caramelized.
- 5
Serve
Remove chicken from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot, drizzled with any remaining glaze from the pan.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 30g protein · 25g carbs · 20g fat
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
