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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Honey Sriracha Glaze

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy air fryer chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy honey sriracha glaze, perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. Season all over with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Lightly brush or spray the chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  5. Place them skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12 minutes.
  6. Using tongs, flip the thighs skin-side up and cook an additional 8 minutes.
  7. While the chicken cooks, whisk together ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce, 1 tablespoon melted butter, and 1 tablespoon lime juice (if using) in a small bowl.
  8. Brush the honey sriracha glaze generously over the chicken.
  9. Return the thighs to the air fryer for 3-5 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  10. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If not, cook an extra 2 minutes and check again.
  11. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning for best crispiness. Preheat air fryer to ensure instant crisping. Brush glaze only at the end to avoid burning sugars. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it juicy. For dairy-free glaze, omit butter or substitute with coconut oil.

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