Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
Quick, flavorful, and healthy, Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken is the perfect weeknight dinner. Juicy chicken with a caramelized teriyaki glaze in just minutes!
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it’s fully coated. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken and cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken cooks, heat the leftover marinade in a small pan. Add the cornstarch slurry and simmer until thickened.
- Brush the cooked chicken with the thickened sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier result, but breasts work well too.
- Pair with steamed rice and veggies for a complete meal.
Find it online: https://recipesdays.com/air-fryer-teriyaki-chicken/