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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken

This recipe creates delicious Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken, featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in a savory homemade teriyaki sauce and then air-fried to perfection. A quick homemade glaze is added for extra flavor, making it an easy and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup shoyu
  • 1/3 cup mirin
  • 1/3 cup sake
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 inch ginger sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1 inch cubes

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • refrigerator
  • air fryer
  • small saucepan
  • small bowl
  • non-stick cooking spray

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine shoyu, mirin, sake, sugar, ginger, and garlic in a medium bowl, then reserve ¼ to ½ cup of the mixture for the glaze.
  2. Add the chicken to the remaining teriyaki sauce, cover the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or ideally overnight.
  3. Once marination is complete, preheat your air fryer to 380°F.
  4. While the air fryer preheats, make the teriyaki glaze by adding the reserved sauce to a small saucepan over medium heat, then stir in a cornstarch and water slurry until it thickens.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray and arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer.
  6. Cook the chicken for 6 minutes, then flip, brush with the prepared teriyaki glaze, and continue cooking for another 5-6 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
  7. Allow the cooked chicken to cool slightly before serving and enjoying your meal.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust glaze thickness to your preference. Serve with rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.