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Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs garnished with fresh herbs

Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Delicious and easy-to-make chicken thighs in a sweet and spicy chili sauce, cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing the air fryer basket
  • Green onions, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  2. Coat the chicken thighs with the mixture, ensuring they’re well covered.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Lightly brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
Cooking
  1. Place the chicken thighs in the basket, skin side up.
  2. Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
  3. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours before cooking. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispy skin. If you like it spicier, add some red pepper flakes to the marinade. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.