My take on a takeout mall food court classic made in the air fryer! Crispy, juicy and perfectly glazed teriyaki chicken all from the comfort of your home.

Teriyaki Chicken

My take on a takeout mall food court classic made in the air fryer! Crispy, juicy and perfectly glazed all from the comfort of your home. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: chinese takeout
Keyword: teriyaki chicken
Servings: 4
Author: kingcooks

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 – 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs 6-8 pieces

Teriyaki Sauce/Marinade

  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 1 tsp garlic grated
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • Green onion for garnish

Instructions

  • In a bowl mix all teriyaki sauce/marinade ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  • Add half of the marinade to the prepped chicken thighs and mix until every piece is well coated. Set aside to marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  • Toast some sesame seeds in a sauce pan over low/medium heat for 1-2 mins. Then add in remaining marinade and cook for about 5-6 minutes until thickened and can coat the back of a spoon. Add some water too thin it out if it gets too thick.

Air Fryer Instruction

  • Add the marinaded chicken thighs to the air fryer and cook for 10-12 minutes @400F. Flip and cook for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165F If you’re keeping the skin on, make sure to start skin side down.

Oven Instructions

  • Place the marinaded chicken thighs on a prepared sheet pan (sheet pan with aluminum foil topped with a cooking rack) and bake @375 for 15 minutes. Flip and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165F.
  • Top with the teriyaki sauce you made in the sauce pan. Serve over rice and garnish with green onions. Enjoy!