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Spicy Honey Garlic Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Close-up of two Spicy Honey Garlic Air Fryer Chicken Thighs covered in a dark, sticky, caramelized glaze.
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Make juicy, crispy chicken thighs in your air fryer coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy honey garlic glaze. This recipe is quick and simple for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry using paper towels. This helps achieve crispy skin.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the glaze. Set aside half of the glaze for brushing later.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss the dry chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Place the seasoned thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
  5. Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 15 minutes.
  6. Carefully flip the chicken thighs. Brush the tops generously with half of the reserved glaze mixture.
  7. Continue to air fry at 380°F (195°C) for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove the chicken from the air fryer. Brush with the remaining glaze mixture immediately before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, you can lightly sprinkle the skin with a small amount of baking powder before seasoning.
  • If your glaze thickens too much while cooking, add a teaspoon of water to thin it slightly before brushing.
  • Serve these thighs over steamed rice or with roasted broccoli for a complete meal.

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