Air Fryer Chicken Skewers with Sweet Chili Glaze Recipe
These Air Fryer Chicken Skewers are a deliciously easy and quick meal featuring tender chicken thighs marinated with garlic, soy, and rice vinegar, then air fried to perfection and glazed with a sweet and spicy chili sauce. Perfect for a flavorful dinner or appetizer, these skewers offer a crispy outside with juicy, flavorful meat inside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 10 minutes
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Additional:
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat dry the chicken thighs and cut them into 1.5 to 2 inch pieces. In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Soak the Skewers: While the chicken is marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for about 10 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a small space between each piece to promote even air circulation and cooking.
- Preheat and Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Place the chicken skewers in a single layer in the air fryer basket, taking care not to overcrowd. Air fry for 7 to 8 minutes.
- Flip and Continue Cooking: Flip the skewers over and air fry for an additional 7 to 8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden, crispy exterior.
- Make the Glaze: While the chicken cooks, heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir and simmer the sauce until it slightly thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Glaze the Chicken: Once the chicken is finished cooking, brush the skewers generously with the prepared sweet chili glaze.
- Serve: Garnish the glazed chicken skewers with freshly chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Use wooden skewers soaked in water to prevent burning during air frying.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce and brown sugar in the glaze for more or less sweetness and spice according to your preference.
- Serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
