Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
1 scallion, sliced (for garnish)
1 teaspoon cooking oil (for brushing)
Instructions
Pat chicken dry and season lightly with salt
In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and sesame oil
Add chicken; toss to coat. Let marinate 10 minutes
Transfer to air fryer basket in single layer
Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes
Brush with half the marinade
Flip thighs, brush with remaining marinade
Air fry 8 more minutes until golden
In final 2 minutes, mix cornstarch and water to create slurry
Brush onto chicken for glossy glaze
Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Marinate no more than 30 minutes to avoid tenderizing meat
Scale recipe by increasing air fryer batches
Use basting brush for even sauce coverage
Leftovers keep 3 days reheated at 350°F
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Cozy Chicken
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg