Sticky Mango Chicken Thighs Recipe
Looking for a new, exciting dish to make in your air fryer? Look no further than these mouth-watering sticky mango chicken thighs. They’re easy to prepare, cook perfectly in the air fryer, and have a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savoury flavours.
Ingredients:
- 6 chicken thighs, skin on
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 spring onions, finely sliced for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the marinade: In a blender or food processor, combine diced mangoes, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavour.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 200°C (390°F) and preheat for about 5 minutes.
- Air fry the chicken: Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Arrange the chicken thighs skin side up in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (the internal temperature should reach 75°C/165°F).
- Cook the remaining marinade: While the chicken is cooking, pour the leftover marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer until the sauce thickens. This will serve as your sticky glaze.
- Glaze and serve: Once the chicken is done, brush the thickened mango glaze generously over the chicken. Garnish with finely sliced spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Additional Tips:
To ensure that the chicken is extra crispy, pat it dry before marinating. This helps the skin crisp up better in the air fryer. Moreover, if you wish to add a bit of heat, consider adding a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the marinade.
Why this Recipe Works Perfectly in the Air Fryer:
The air fryer circulates hot air around the food, crisping up the skin of the chicken while locking in moisture, which is ideal for this sticky mango chicken recipe. Additionally, the reduced cooking time compared to the oven makes it a convenient option for busy weekdays.
Give this sticky mango chicken thighs recipe a try. It’s not only an explosion of exotic flavours but also a testament to the versatility and efficiency of the air fryer. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to be a hit!