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Close-up of sticky, glazed Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs served over white rice in a bowl.

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

This recipe provides instructions for making teriyaki chicken thighs quickly using an air fryer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 151
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs about 4 thighs
  • 1/4 cup maple Teriyaki Sauce use your homemade recipe
  • Olive oil spray or avocado spray

Equipment

  • Ziploc style plastic bag
  • Air fryer
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Place the four chicken thighs in a plastic bag. Add the teriyaki sauce, squeeze out as much air as possible, and seal the bag.
  2. Massage the sauce into the chicken from outside of the bag to coat it evenly.
  3. Place the bag in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
  6. Discard the marinade bag and sauce. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 12 minutes, flipping them over with tongs halfway through the cooking time.
  8. Check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F. Adjust cooking time if necessary for your air fryer.

Notes

Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you plan to freeze leftovers, let the cooked chicken cool completely first. Place it in an airtight freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw the chicken in the refrigerator before reheating.