Air Fryer Sesame Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Sesame Chicken Thighs
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    61

Experience the delightful contrast of textures with these air-fried sesame chicken thighs. Crispy and golden on the outside, irresistibly juicy within, they're a weeknight dinner game-changer.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    7 g
  • Cholesterol
    141 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    40 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    739 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, sriracha sauce, and rice vinegar. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. (30 minutes to 4 hours)

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Recipe View Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). (5 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and allow excess to drip off. Discard the used marinade.

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05 Step

Recipe View Arrange the chicken thighs, skin-side up, in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook in batches. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Air fry for 5 minutes, then flip the chicken thighs. Continue cooking for another 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in even more tender meat. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Garnish with the chopped green onion and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels before marinating.
Adjust the amount of sriracha to your spice preference.
Serving Suggestion: These sesame chicken thighs pair perfectly with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.

Glennie Beier

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 20 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Kade Von

    My kids loved this! A definite keeper.

  • Guillermo Schaden

    I added a little ginger to the marinade and it was amazing!

  • Annetta Kreiger

    The skin was perfectly crispy, just like it promised!

  • Ulises Mcclure

    This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy and the chicken is incredibly flavorful.

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