Ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the chicken pieces in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, olive oil, and minced garlic to make the honey garlic sauce.
  4. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to cook the chicken in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
  5. Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through cooking, until the chicken is cooked through and crispy on the outside.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and place it in a bowl. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and toss until the chicken is coated in the sauce.
  7. Return the sauced chicken to the air fryer basket and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the sauce and give the chicken an extra layer of flavor.
  8. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken, if desired, and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

This Air Fryer Honey Garlic Chicken is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a delightful crispy texture. It’s a quick and easy recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy it as a main dish with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables for a delicious meal!