Air Fryer Roasted Chicken Thighs
Tender, juicy chicken thighs with a savory soy sauce glaze, cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer. A quick and easy weeknight dinner that's full of flavor.
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This recipe transforms simple chicken thighs into something truly delicious. The marinating time is key—giving the flavors a chance to penetrate the meat makes all the difference.
Ingredients
chicken thighs
2 large, boneless
salt
pinch
MSG (optional)
pinch
light soy sauce
1 tablespoon
dark soy sauce
½ tablespoon
green onions
2 stalks, chopped
ginger
1 inch, julienned
Instructions
1
Prepare the chicken
Remove bones from chicken thighs if needed. Rinse well and pat completely dry with paper towels. This helps the marinade stick and ensures crispy skin.
2
Make the marinade
In a bowl, combine salt, MSG, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce. Add the julienned ginger and chopped green onions. Use your fingers to squeeze the scallion-ginger juice (onion and ginger juice) into the mixture
3
Marinate
Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the marinade. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. The longer it marinates, the more flavorful it gets.
4
Air fry
Place marinated chicken on the air fryer rack. Cook at 410°F (210°C) for 18 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
5
Serve
Remove from air fryer and let rest for a couple minutes. Slice and serve hot with rice or your favorite sides.
