Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken
Ready in about 28 minutes.
Published by the RecipeAirFryer editorial team · How we source times · Updated
Times and temperatures come from our reviewed cooking database. Explanatory text on each page is generated from that entry so the numbers stay consistent.
Tender chicken glazed in a glossy sweet-savoury teriyaki sauce with a hint of ginger. The air fryer caramelises the glaze into a sticky lacquer while keeping the chicken juicy, perfect served over steamed rice.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 700 g chicken thighs, boneless
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornflour
Method
- 1Mix the soy, mirin, sugar, ginger, garlic and sesame oil, then marinate the chicken for 20 minutes.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- 3Cook for 16-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 4Simmer the reserved marinade with the cornflour into a glossy glaze.
- 5Check the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F), then brush with the glaze.
- 6Serve over rice with sesame seeds and spring onion.
Tips for the best results
- Always cook the leftover marinade before using it as a sauce.
- Mirin adds authentic sweetness, but a little extra sugar works too.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer teriyaki chicken steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Trusting the clock instead of a probe - Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken is ready at 74°C / 165°F in the thickest part.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer teriyaki chicken?
A typical starting point is 190°C / 375°F for 16-20 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
How do I know air fryer teriyaki chicken is cooked through?
Use a probe in the thickest part. Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken should reach 74°C / 165°F. Rest a few minutes before slicing so juices settle.
How many people does air fryer teriyaki chicken serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.