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Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs
Juicy and tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce, cooked to perfection in the air fryer. This easy recipe is a weeknight winner that everyone will love.
Prep 10 min
Cook 20 min
Total 30 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Chicken Thighs
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Step 2 — For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Pat the chicken thighs dry. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Make Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil (if using).
- 3
Air Fry Chicken
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes.
- 4
Glaze and Finish
Flip the chicken thighs. Brush generously with about half of the honey garlic sauce. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and the sauce is bubbly and slightly caramelized. Brush with remaining sauce during the last minute of cooking.
- 5
Serve
Serve the honey garlic chicken thighs hot, perhaps with a side of rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition per serving: 400 cal · 38g protein · 25g carbs · 18g fat
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
