Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet and savory with this Air Fryer Honey Sesame Chicken. Juicy, boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a rich honey-soy glaze, then air-fried to crispy perfection. This quick and easy recipe transforms any weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience that will impress your family and friends alike. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it's well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through for even crispiness.
- Once cooked, toss the chicken with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added spice, consider mixing in red pepper flakes to the marinade. - Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile. - Ensure chicken pieces are uniform in size for even cooking.