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Sweet Chili Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe is delicious!

These Sweet Chili Glazed Thai Boneless Chicken Thighs are packed with bold, sweet, and spicy flavors! Juicy, tender chicken is coated in a sticky Thai-inspired sweet chili glaze, creating the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and pairs beautifully with rice, noodles, or fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ginger powder
Sweet Chili Glaze:
  • ½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha optional, for heat
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
Garnish (Optional):
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Make the Glaze: In the same pan, add Thai sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Glaze the Chicken: Return the chicken to the pan, tossing to coat it evenly in the glaze. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
  5. Serve: Garnish with cilantro, green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges. Serve with rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes after glazing.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha.
  • Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or tofu for a different protein option.
  • This dish pairs well with jasmine rice, quinoa, or a fresh Thai cucumber salad.

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