Name: Best Air Fryer Asian Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 5 boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 green onion (sliced)

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These Air Fryer Asian Chicken Thighs are irresistibly juicy, bursting with flavor, and incredibly easy to make! Marinated to perfection and then cooked in the air fryer, they make for a quick and delicious dinner. Serve them over noodles, rice, or a fresh salad for a mouthwatering meal that’s sure to impress.

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Asian chicken thigh topped with green onions on a white plate.

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Why You Will Love This Recipe:

This recipe uses boneless chicken thighs which are easy to cook, flavorful, and fast cooking. These chicken thighs cook in less than 20 minutes!
You can serve this chicken right away or use it for meal prep. I like to serve these with this refreshing cucumber salad, with a side of rice or noodles.
Enjoy the ease of using your air fryer to make a delicious main dish without having to turn on the stove top or oven!

Asian boneless skinless chicken thigh topped with green onions on a black air fryer tray.

Asian marinated boneless chicken thighs topped with green onions on a white plate.

Equipment Needed:

Air Fryer

Ingredients:

Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Rice Vinegar - Enhances flavor.
Soy Sauce - I used low sodium soy sauce.
Sesame oil - Adds extra flavor.
Brown Sugar - Or you can use honey.
Sriracha Sauce - Adds a little heat.
Garlic Powder - Or use 1 glove of chopped fresh garlic instead.
Green Onion or Scallions - This will be used as a garnish.

Air Fryer Instructions:

1. To a large bowl, add the brown sugar, garlic powder, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha sauce. Stir until well blended.

Asian chicken thigh marinade ingredients in a clear mixing bowl stirred until well blended.

2. Add the chicken to the marinade and toss until well coated.

Boneless skinless chicken thighs added to an Asian chicken thigh marinade in a clear mixing bowl and tossed until well coated.

3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes.

Boneless skinless chicken thighs coated in a marinade inside a clear mixing bowl covered with clear plastic wrap.

4. Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit.

Black air fryer panel with a silver dial set to 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.

5. Once the air fryer is ready, add the chicken in a single layer with the smooth side down. Discard remaining marinade. Cook for 15 minutes until the internal temperature is 165 degrees Fahrenheit, flipping the chicken halfway through.

Marinated chicken thighs smooth side down in a black air fryer basket flipped halfway through the cooking process with pink and silver tongs.

6. Once done, immediately remove the chicken from the air fryer, let cool, garnish with sliced green onions, then enjoy!

Asian chicken thighs topped with green onions in a black air fryer basket.

What to serve with air fryer marinated chicken thighs:

These chicken thighs go great with rice, noodles, or salad. Try serving them with this refreshing cucumber salad. Other options include:

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Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

Bone-in, skin on chicken thighs can be used in this recipe if you prefer. You will need to increase the cook time by 10 or more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit as measured by a food thermometer.
Fresh minced garlic can be used instead of garlic power if you prefer. I use what I have on hand.

Asian marinated boneless skinless chicken thighs topped with green onions in a black air fryer basket on a wood cutting board.

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for 4 to 6 minutes until warmed throughout.

Pro Tips:

The air fryer I used was the Instant Vortex Plus 6 quart. Since all air fryers cook differently, you may need to cook the chicken longer or shorter depending on what air fryer you use.

Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

Add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the spice rub mixture to add some heat.

Asian boneless skinless chicken thighs topped with green onions on a white plate.

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