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Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer Recipe

Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer Recipe
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These Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is seasoned with a flavorful mix and glazed with a sticky sweet chili sauce that caramelizes beautifully in the oven or air fryer, creating a mouthwatering dish that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Chicken Thighs:

  • 8 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 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

  1. Step 1: Preparing the Chicken Thighs (oven or air fryer)

    Start by preheating your oven or air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to ensure a crispy chicken skin.

  2. Step 2: Season the Chicken

    In a small bowl, mix the avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this flavorful seasoning mix all over the chicken thighs, ensuring an even coating.

  3. Step 3: Air fry or Roast the Chicken

    Air fry: Air fry the chicken skin side down at 375 degrees for 15 minutes.
    Oven: Line the baking tray with parchment paper. Roast the chicken skin side down for 20 minutes at 400 degrees. Flip and roast for 10 minutes until the skin is crispy.

  4. Step 4: Sticky Sweet Chili Sauce

    While the chicken is air fryer or roasting, prepare the sticky sauce. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and oyster sauce.

  5. Step 5: Applying the Sticky Glaze

    Baste the chicken a few times with the sticky sauce while roasting or air frying. Baste the chicken at least 3 times to get a nice coat of the glaze. Add more 10 minutes of cooking time to the chicken or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

  6. Step 6: Broiling for Extra Crispiness (Optional)

    For an extra crispy finish, turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Keep a close eye to prevent burning and ensure that the chicken skin becomes beautifully caramelized.

  7. Step 7: Serving

    Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve your Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs over a bed of jasmine rice or with your favorite vegetable side dishes.

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Keywords: Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, Sweet Chili Glazed Chicken

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