A flavorful and delicious dish! Here’s a recipe for Hawaiian BBQ Marinated Boneless Chicken Thighs in the air fryer:
Ingredients:
– 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1/4 cup Hawaiian BBQ sauce (or regular BBQ sauce with pineapple juice)
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon grated ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon paprika
– Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Marinade:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and paprika.
2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they’re coated evenly.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Air Fryer Instructions:
1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess liquid drip off.
3. Place chicken thighs in air fryer basket (leave space between each thigh).
4. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Shake basket halfway through cooking.
6. Cook additional 2-3 minutes if desired crispiness.
Tips and Variations:
1. Increase marinade time for more intense flavor.
2. Add pineapple chunks or sliced bell peppers to air fryer basket.
3. Use different BBQ sauce flavors (e.g., sweet and smoky, Korean BBQ).
4. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
5. Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes.
Air Fryer Models and Cooking Times:
– Philips Airfryer: 10-12 minutes
– GoWISE USA Air Fryer: 9-11 minutes
– Black+Decker Air Fryer: 10-12 minutes
– Instant Pot Air Fryer: 9-11 minutes
Nutritional Information (approximate):
Per serving (1 chicken thigh):
– Calories: 260
– Protein: 35g
– Fat: 8g
– Carbohydrates: 15g
– Fiber: 0g
Hawaiian BBQ Sauce Options:
1. Sweet Baby Ray’s Hawaiian BBQ Sauce
2. King’s Hawaiian BBQ Sauce
3. Homemade mix: BBQ sauce, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar
Enjoy your delicious Hawaiian BBQ Marinated Boneless Chicken Thighs from the air fryer!