Sweet Chili Glazed Chicken Thighs

Sweet Chili Glazed Chicken Thighs

A quick and delicious recipe for Sweet Chili Glazed Chicken Thighs, featuring a sticky sweet chili glaze and perfectly tender chicken, cooked to perfection in an air fryer.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces chicken thighs Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for more flavor and juicier meat. If you prefer boneless, add 2-3 minutes to cook time and watch closely.

Marinade

1/4 cup sweet chili sauce Pick a brand you like for the balance of sweet to heat. This is the star flavor, so taste it before you start.
1 tablespoon soy sauce Use low-sodium soy sauce if you watch salt. It adds umami and helps the glaze develop color.
1 teaspoon garlic powder Garlic powder blends evenly. If you prefer fresh, use 1 clove minced instead.
1 teaspoon ginger powder Ground ginger gives consistent heat. Fresh ginger works too; use about 1/2 teaspoon grated.
to taste salt and pepper Season the thighs lightly before marinating. Less is more because soy sauce adds saltiness.
as needed cooking spray Use a light coating so the skin doesn’t stick.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
In a bowl, mix together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper.
Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side up.

Cooking

Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice glaze.

Serving

Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful meal!

Notes

Serve family-style on a large platter with sides like steamed rice or a simple salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.