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Crispy Honey Sriracha Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, sticky, and spicy-sweet chicken thighs cooked in the air fryer, perfect for snacks or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional garnish: chopped green onions
  • Optional garnish: sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Pat 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the glaze over the chicken thighs and toss until evenly coated. Optionally marinate in the fridge for up to 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
  6. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes.
  7. Carefully turn the thighs over with tongs to skin-side up.
  8. Cook for another 8 to 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
  9. Optionally brush on a bit more honey-sriracha glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking for a stickier finish.
  10. Let the chicken rest outside the air fryer for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Dry the chicken skin thoroughly before cooking for maximum crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. If skin isn’t crispy enough, increase temperature by 10°F (5°C) for last few minutes but watch closely to avoid burning. Reheat leftovers in air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes to restore crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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