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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken: Quick Homemade Flavor Bliss

This Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken is a quick and healthy way to enjoy restaurant-quality flavors at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Shoyu (Soy Sauce) Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Can use a mix of white wine and sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Sake Leave out for family-friendly version.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Brown sugar makes a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (sliced) Can use fresh or ground ginger.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced) Garlic powder can substitute if needed.
For the Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot can serve as a paleo option.
  • 1/4 cup Water
Main Ingredient
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Ensure tender results when marinated and air-fried.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare Marinade: Whisk together shoyu, mirin, sake (if using), sugar, sliced ginger, and minced garlic until well combined. Reserve 1/4 cup for glazing.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (up to overnight).
  3. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for even cooking.
  4. Make Teriyaki Glaze: Heat reserved marinade in a saucepan, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, add and stir until thickened.
  5. Cook Chicken: Spray air fryer basket, place chicken in a single layer, air fry for 6 minutes, flip, brush with glaze, and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Serve: Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes, slice if desired, serve over rice or with steamed vegetables, drizzled with remaining glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 2gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken overnight yields even better flavor. Always preheat your air fryer to get that glossy glaze.

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