Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze
Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze delivers juicy, tender meat lacquered in a rich peanut sauce brightened with lime and a hint of heat from Sriracha. The balance of sweet chili, soy, and ginger gives it a bold, nutty depth that pairs perfectly with steamed rice and crisp cucumbers or carrots. Ideal for a weeknight dinner when you crave something punchy yet comforting.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 35 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 43
- Metabolic
- 40
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine chili sauce, soy sauce, Sriracha, lime zest, lime juice, granulated garlic, minced ginger, peanut butter, and salt to taste in a large resealable plastic bag. Gently knead and mash the contents in the bag until well mixed.
- 2
Add chicken to the bag and press out as much air as possible. Move the chicken around in the bag until every piece is coated with the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.
- 3
Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C), or as directed by the manufacturer.
- 4
Coat the air fryer cooking surface with cooking spray.
- 5
Remove the chicken pieces from the bag and let excess marinade drip back into the bag. Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 20 to 22 minutes, turning halfway through, until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Meanwhile, add about 1/2 cup water to the unused marinade and stir; transfer to a microwave-safe container. Microwave on High until the marinade comes to a boil, then cook about 1 minute longer, watching carefully so it does not boil over.
- 7
Serve the chicken over rice with the sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced scallions, julienned cucumbers and carrots, and chopped peanuts, as desired.
- Calories 1112.88 kcal High 56%
- Protein 49.15 g Good Source 98%
- Carbohydrate 65.87 g 24%
- Total Fat 77.01 g High 99%
- Saturated Fat 11.07 g High 55%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 147.06 mg High 49%
- Sodium 581.6 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 5.53 g Moderate 20%
- Total Sugars 7.29 g --
- Added Sugars 3.56 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 56.85 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 4.51 mg Good Source 25%
- Potassium 439.24 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 65.17 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 10.45 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Peanuts 🥜
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Air Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Boneless Chicken Thigh, Cooking Spray, Fresh Cilantro, and Fresh Ginger. Each serving provides about 1112.88 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze made of?
- The main ingredients are Boneless Chicken Thigh, Cooking Spray, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Ginger, Granulated Garlic. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1112.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze healthy?
- Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Spicy Peanut Glaze has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 1112.88 calories and 49.15 g of protein, or 98% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 581.6 mg (25% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 11.07 g (55% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.56 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Peanuts, Soy and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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