Air Fryer Peanut Chicken

Few flavors work better in the air fryer than peanut-marinated chicken thighs. This version gives you satay-inspired flavor with juicy chicken, caramelized edges, and extra sauce for dipping.

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Course: Main Courses

Cuisine: Thai

Keyword: Air Fryer Peanut Chicken, Peanut Chicken, Thai Peanut Chicken

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings:

Calories: 361kcal

Author: Urvashi Pitre

Ingredients

1 pound Bone-in Skin-on Chicken Thighs

For the Sauce

1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce (adjust for your spice needs)
1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
1 teaspoon Minced Ginger
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
1/2 cup hot water

For the Garnish

5-6 teaspoons Cilantro finely chopped
1/4 cup Chopped Green Scallions
2-3 tablespoons crushed peanuts

Instructions

Mix together peanut butter, sriracha, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and salt. Pour in the hot water and mix until you have a smooth mixture.
Place the chicken in a zip top bag. Pour in half of the sauce and mix until the chicken is well coated. If you have the time, allow the chicken to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Remove the chicken from the bag, bringing with it as much of the marinade as you can. Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket.
Set the air fryer to 350F for 20-22 minutes or until the chicken thighs are heated 165F at their thickest part.
Garnish with cilantro, onion, and peanuts. Serve with the rest of the sauce for dipping.

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