Description
These Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The marinade gives the chicken a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, while the air fryer ensures a crispy exterior with juicy, tender meat inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 lime, zest and juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lime zest and juice, and garlic powder. Coat the chicken with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F for 5 minutes. Oil the basket.
- Cook the Chicken: Air fry the thighs for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway. Ensure internal temperature reaches 175-195°F.
Notes
- Cook chicken thighs to at least 165°F; for best texture, aim for 175-195°F.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 209 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1589mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: n/a
