Spicy grilled chicken thighs are delicious and appealing, and they seem to be a grilled dish that is quite familiar, right? But have you tried making this dish using an air fryer? If not, then get cooking and learn how to make it from TasteVN, I assure you it won’t disappoint.
1. Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs
Preparation
50 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs For 2 people
Chicken thighs 500 gr (2 pieces) Honey 1 tablespoon Chili powder 2 tablespoons Chili sauce 2 tablespoons Sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon Brown sugar 2 tablespoons Salt/ Ground pepper a little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose good, clean chicken thighs
- You should choose chicken thighs with a thin skin, characteristic golden color, and the meat inside should have a natural pink-red color.
- Choose chicken thighs of moderate size, not too big or too small; additionally, when touched, the meat should feel firm and elastic.
- Avoid choosing chicken thighs with a pale color, and those with many bruises, as they may have been dead before processing; also, do not select unusually large thighs as they may have been pumped with water to increase weight.
How to choose pure honey
- Pure honey is when dropped into a glass of water, it forms round beads and sinks to the bottom; if it dissolves, it is fake honey and should not be purchased.
- You can also drop honey onto oil-absorbing paper; if it forms round droplets on the surface of the paper, that is real, pure honey.
- In addition, pay attention to the color of the honey; it is best to choose honey that is light yellow, which will gradually turn brown over time and has a natural fragrance when smelled.
- Avoid choosing honey that is cloudy, as it may contain many impurities and lacks the characteristic aroma; when tasted, it has a sharp sweetness.
How to choose chili powder without additives, chemicals
- You should choose chili powder that is orange or deep red, with many yellow dry chili seeds mixed in.
- Additionally, you can try smelling and tasting the chili powder; if it is real chili powder, it will cause sneezing and have a strong spicy taste.
- Avoid choosing chili that is bright, vibrant in color, feels smooth to the touch, and has negligible spiciness, as this is likely fake chili powder mixed with color additives.
Tools needed
Air fryer, knife, spoon, bowl, chopsticks,…
- This Tefal air fryer features a touch control panel, allowing you to easily adjust the temperature settings from 80 – 200 degrees Celsius and set a timer for up to 60 minutes, enabling precise temperature setting for evenly cooked and moist grilled chicken thighs.
- The fryer also includes 8 pre-set cooking programs for those who love cooking, allowing for a wider variety of dishes for the family.
How to Prepare Spicy Grilled Chicken Thighs
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Prepare the chicken thighs
To remove the unpleasant smell from the chicken thighs, rub them with a little salt, then rinse thoroughly with water and let them drain.
Next, use a knife to cut the chicken thighs in half or you can leave them whole depending on your preference.
How to prepare chicken thighs without odor- Method 1: Mix vinegar and salt, then apply it evenly on the chicken or you can soak it for about 3 – 5 minutes and then rinse with clean water to prepare it.
- Method 2: Soak the chicken in a mixture of lemon and salt for about 5 minutes, rinse thoroughly and let it drain.
See details: How to prepare clean chicken thighs without odor
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Marinate the chicken thighs
After draining the chicken thighs, place them in a bowl along with the ingredients including: 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, 2 tablespoons of chili sauce, 1 teaspoon of ground pepper.
Use chopsticks to mix the above mixture well so that the spices absorb evenly into the chicken and marinate for about 2 – 4 hours.
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Grilled chicken thighs
After the chicken thighs have absorbed the seasoning, place them in the air fryer lined with foil, wrap them up, then adjust the temperature to 170 degrees Celsius and grill for 35 minutes.
After 35 minutes, unwrap the foil and grill each side for about 7 more minutes for the dish to be ready.
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Final product
The spicy grilled chicken thighs are fragrant with a beautifully appealing color. The chicken thighs are grilled in an air fryer but are not dry at all, the meat is tender and flavorful with just the right seasoning.
This dish is sure to make you “fall in love.” Get into the kitchen and make it right away!
2. Spicy grilled chicken (Recipe shared from Tiktok Cooking with TasteVN)
Preparation
10 minutes
Cooking
20 minutes
Difficulty level
Easy
Preparation
After cleaning the chicken, place it in a bowl to marinate with spices. Gradually add the spices including 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, 1 teaspoon of chili sauce, 1 teaspoon of oyster sauce, and 2 tablespoons of chicken marinade. Mix well so that the spices are evenly absorbed into the chicken, then let it marinate for about 5 – 10 minutes.
After that, place it in the air fryer for the first roasting at 150 degrees for 10 minutes to ensure the chicken is cooked evenly inside. Once the first time is up, open the air fryer and brush the sauce evenly over the chicken, then roast for the second time at 180 degrees for 10 minutes. At this point, the inside of the chicken is cooked, and the skin on the outside is golden and crispy.
Finished Product
After roasting, the chicken is not dry on the outside, soaked with sauce, and evenly cooked and juicy on the inside. Biting into the tender chicken meat with rich sauce is very appetizing. You can serve the chicken with noodles and fresh vegetables to enhance the flavor of the dish.
Hope that with the detailed guide from TasteVN on how to make spicy roasted chicken leg using an oil-free fryer will help you add another delicious grilled dish to your dining menu. Wish you success!
