Air Fryer Honey Glazed Chicken

Juicy on the inside with a sticky, sweet-savory glaze, this Air Fryer Honey Glazed Chicken is an easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in about 30 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 16–20 minutes
Marinating Time (Optional): 30 minutes
Total Time: 30–60 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Honey Glaze

• ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3–5 minutes.
2. Season the chicken: Pat the chicken dry and rub with olive oil. Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes, if using.

4. Cook the chicken: Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

   • Chicken thighs: Air fry for 16–18 minutes.
   • Chicken breasts: Air fry for 18–20 minutes.

   Flip halfway through cooking.

5. Glaze the chicken: During the last 3–4 minutes of cooking, brush the chicken generously with the honey glaze. Flip, brush the other side, and continue cooking until the glaze is sticky and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
7. Garnish with parsley and sesame seeds.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Steamed rice
• Mashed potatoes
• Roasted sweet potatoes
• Air-fried broccoli
• Green beans
• Garden salad
• Coleslaw

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheat: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes, or until heated through.

Tips

• Chicken thighs stay juicier than breasts, but both work well.
• Brushing the glaze on near the end of cooking helps prevent the honey from burning.
• For extra caramelization, brush on a second layer of glaze during the final minute of cooking.
• Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it moist and flavorful.