Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate the chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set the air fryer to 380°F and preheat for 5 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Place the marinated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip and continue cooking: Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest and serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
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