Juicy Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken with Sesame Rice 🍗🍚
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Teriyaki Chicken
1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Chopped green onions (for garnish)
For the Sesame Rice
2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Salt, to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Teriyaki Marinade
Make Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil.
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
Cook the Chicken
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
Prepare Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later. Lightly coat the chicken with cornstarch for extra crispiness.
Air Fry Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for about 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Glaze Chicken: In the last few minutes of cooking, brush the reserved marinade over the chicken to glaze.
Prepare the Sesame Rice
Mix Rice: In a bowl, combine cooked rice, sesame oil, soy sauce, sesame seeds, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Serve
Plate the Dish: Serve the teriyaki chicken over a bed of sesame rice, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Tips and Variations
Add Vegetables: Serve with steamed broccoli or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Adjust Sweetness: Modify the amount of honey to suit your taste.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your Juicy Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken with Sesame Rice – a delicious and easy meal!