Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
A simple and flavorful dish featuring bite-sized pieces of chicken marinated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
For the marinade
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch For thicker glaze, add more
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For garnish
- green onions (chopped)
- sesame seeds
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil to create the teriyaki marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for about 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice glaze.
- Serve over rice or veggies and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Can also freeze for up to 3 months.