Spicy Gochujang Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
70% authentic · Korean-inspired
A Korean-inspired glaze featuring the sweet and spicy kick of gochujang makes these air fryer chicken thighs incredibly flavorful and addictive.
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Ingredients
- Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on4 large
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste)3 tablespoons
- Soy sauce2 tablespoons
- Honey1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil1 tablespoon
- Rice vinegar1 teaspoon
- Garlic, minced2 cloves
- Ginger, grated1 teaspoon
- Salt1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper1/4 teaspoon
Steps
- 1
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- 2
Pat chicken thighs dry.
- 3
In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
- 4
Brush about half of the glaze onto the chicken thighs.
- 5
Place chicken in the air fryer basket, skin-side up.
- 6
Air fry for 15 minutes.
- 7
Flip the chicken thighs, brush with the remaining glaze, and air fry for another 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through (165°F/74°C internal temperature) and the glaze is caramelized.
- 8
Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired.
