Spicy Peanut Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Equipment
- Airfreyer
- Zip-top bag
Ingredients
- 1 pound bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 fluid ounces creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- Pinch of salt to taste
- 4 fluid ounces hot water
- 5-6 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro
- 2 fluid ounces chopped green onion
- 3 tablespoons crushed peanuts
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, minced ginger, and salt.
- Gradually pour in the hot water while continuously mixing until you have a smooth sauce.
- Place the chicken thighs in a zip-top bag.
- Pour half of the sauce into the bag and seal it.
- Massage the bag to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade.
- If time allows, marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to cling to the chicken.
- Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 20 to 22 minutes or until the chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) at their thickest part.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and garnish with chopped cilantro, green onion, and crushed peanuts.
- Serve the chicken with the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair this spicy peanut chicken dish with a slightly sweet white wine such as Riesling or Gewürztraminer to balance the heat and complement the peanut flavors.Nutrition values
Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 25 g | Sugar: 8 g