Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs with a crispy skin, coated in a flavorful and sticky sweet chili glaze. Ready in just 25 minutes using an air fryer, it’s a quick and delicious dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 8 bone-in chicken thighs (boneless can be used)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Sticky Glaze
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it reach the temperature to ensure even cooking of the chicken.
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to help the skin become crispy during cooking.
- Season the chicken: Coat the chicken thighs with avocado oil, then season evenly with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Air fry the chicken: Place the chicken skin side down in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 15 minutes to start cooking the chicken and crisping the skin.
- Make the sticky glaze: In a small bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, mixing well to create a savory and sweet coating.
- Baste the chicken: Remove the chicken briefly and baste it generously with the sticky glaze. Repeat this process at least three times during cooking to build up a caramelized, sticky layer.
- Continue cooking: Cook the chicken for an additional 10 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Broil for extra crispiness: For a beautifully caramelized finish, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning and to perfect the crispy glaze.
- Rest the chicken: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve: Plate the sticky sweet chili chicken thighs over jasmine rice or with your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry is crucial for crispy skin.
- Basting multiple times helps build a rich, sticky glaze.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Broiling is optional but enhances the glaze and crispiness.
- Boneless thighs can be used but may require slight adjustments in cooking time.
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