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Crispy Air Fryer Honey Sriracha Chicken Thighs

  • Author: Sarah Wasserman
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick and easy recipe for crispy, juicy chicken thighs with a sweet and spicy honey sriracha glaze, cooked perfectly in the air fryer.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Garlic powder, to taste
  • Paprika, to taste (smoked paprika optional)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or local preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh lime juice for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil until smooth. Adjust heat or sweetness if needed.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook for 12 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs skin-side up, brush with half the glaze, and cook for another 10 minutes until skin is golden and crispy.
  6. Brush the remaining glaze on the chicken and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to seal in the glaze.
  7. Check doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F / 74°C) or cut into the thickest part to ensure juices run clear.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for best crispiness. Preheat air fryer to jump-start crisping. Brush glaze late in cooking to avoid burning or soggy skin. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. If glaze thickens, whisk in warm water before brushing. Do not overcrowd air fryer basket for even cooking.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 27 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 8
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: air fryer chicken, honey sriracha chicken, crispy chicken thighs, easy dinner, quick chicken recipe, spicy chicken, gluten-free chicken, dairy-free chicken

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