Description
Sticky Sweet Chili Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish featuring crispy chicken thighs coated in a glossy, sweet and savory chili glaze—ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 8 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Sticky Glaze
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat chicken dry and season with oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Air fry chicken skin-side down for 15 minutes.
- Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- Baste chicken with glaze multiple times during cooking.
- Cook an additional 10 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Let rest briefly, then serve.
Notes
- Baste at least 3 times for a rich glaze.
- Can be baked instead of air fried.
- Serve with rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Chicken
- Method: Air Fry / Bake
- Cuisine: Asian