Crispy Korean Soy Garlic Chicken That's Better than Takeout

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Korean Soy Garlic Chicken, a quick and healthy air-fried dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Marination Time 30

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Korean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Bone-in Skinless Chicken Thighs Boneless thighs can be substituted, reduce cooking time by 5-7 minutes.

For the Marinade

1/2 cup Soy Sauce Consider low-sodium soy sauce.
1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a suitable alternative.
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil can be used, but will change the taste.
4 cloves Garlic Minced; always opt for fresh.
1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be a good substitute.
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar White sugar can be used, though it lacks complexity.
1 tablespoon Grated Fresh Ginger Ground ginger works as well, but reduce the amount.
1 tablespoon Gochujang Essential for flavor kick.

For Thickening the Glaze

1 tablespoon Cornstarch No direct substitute, but flour can work.
2 tablespoons Water

For Garnish

1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional; skip if allergies are a concern.
2 stalks Green Onions Chopped chives can be a delightful substitute.

Equipment

Air Fryer
Medium Bowl
Small saucepan
Meat Thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Pat the bone-in skinless chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
Drizzle olive oil over the dried chicken thighs and massage gently.
In a medium bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients.
Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook the chicken thighs at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Mix cornstarch with water until smooth; bring remaining marinade to simmer, add cornstarch mixture until thickened.
Once cooked, remove chicken from air fryer and drizzle with thickened glaze, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is marinated long enough to absorb all flavors. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Allow each piece space in the air fryer for optimal crispiness.

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