The classic Japanese dish is made in the air fryer for a quick and delicious dinner. Chicken thighs are marinated in a simple but flavorful teriyaki marinade, and comes out moist, juicy and slightly charred around the edges.
In a medium size bowl, mix together the marinate ingredients: soy sauce, mirin, Japanese cooking wine, and brown sugar.
Remove excess fat from the chicken thighs.
Place chicken thighs in bowl with the marinate. Make sure to the thighs are well coated.
Marinate for at least one hour., or up to 12 hours/overnight. The it is marinaded the more flavorful it will be!
After marinating, place chicken thighs in greased (or lined) air fryer. Chicken thigh pieces can touch but avoid overlapping them. Set aside the remaining marinate.
Cook 390℉ for 10 minutes.
Flip thighs over, brush with more marinate. Cook for 7 more minutes. When chicken thighs reaches 165℉, it is done.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Two methods for making a teriyaki glaze:
Pour leftover chicken marinade into a small pot. Add 1-2 tsp of honey, bring to boil until sauce thickens, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
Bring together another batch of the marinade ingredients in a small pot, adding 1-2 tsp of honey. Bring mixture to boil until sauce thickens, stirring continuously to prevent burning.