Description
Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken delivers juicy, tender chicken bites coated in a sweet and savory glaze with lightly caramelized edges. This quick recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and works perfectly for busy weeknights or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (store bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons extra teriyaki sauce for tossing (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped scallions (optional)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken dry and cut into evenly sized chunks
2. Place the chicken in a bowl and coat thoroughly with teriyaki sauce
3. Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes if time allows
4. Preheat the air fryer to 380 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
5. Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket
6. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through
7. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit
8. Remove from the air fryer and toss with extra sauce if desired
9. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds and serve warm
Notes
Chicken thighs stay juicier and more flavorful while chicken breast is leaner
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking
Cut chicken into uniform pieces for consistent results
Cooking time may vary depending on air fryer model
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving
Use gluten free or low sugar teriyaki sauce if needed
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg