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A vibrant plate of gluten-free air fryer teriyaki chicken featuring golden-brown crispy chicken pieces glazed with glossy teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, all styled on a clean white plate with a subtle wooden background, evoking a fresh and appetizing look with textures highlighting the crispiness and glossy sauce

Gluten-Free Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken

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Tender chicken glazed in a savory teriyaki sauce, cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer, and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil to make the teriyaki sauce.
  3. Toss chicken pieces in the cornstarch until evenly coated.
  4. Place coated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and cooked through.
  6. In a small saucepan, heat the remaining sauce until slightly thickened, then toss chicken in the sauce or brush it on.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Best served immediately for maximum crispiness.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results or breasts for leaner option.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Air frying and stovetop glaze
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg