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Crispy Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs Easy Honey Garlic Glaze Recipe

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This recipe delivers crispy, juicy boneless chicken thighs with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, made quickly and easily in an air fryer for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup (85 g) honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon water (to thin glaze if needed)

Instructions

  1. Pat 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces for air circulation.
  5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken and cook for another 7-8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the outside is golden brown and crispy.
  6. While the chicken cooks, combine ¼ cup honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a small saucepan.
  7. Simmer the glaze on medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened but pourable. Add 1 tablespoon water if the glaze becomes too thick.
  8. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and brush generously with the honey garlic glaze.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 2-3 minutes to soak in the flavors.
  10. Serve warm with extra glaze drizzled over or on the side for dipping.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use a light coating of oil to help seasoning stick and crisp edges. Flip chicken halfway through cooking for even browning. Simmer glaze on low heat and stir often to prevent burning. Let chicken rest after glazing to allow flavors to soak in. If using bone-in thighs, increase air frying time to 18-22 minutes. For oven method, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes and broil 2-3 minutes to caramelize glaze.

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