Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions:

  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Note: Wet chicken steams instead of searing
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Note: Do not stack or you'll lose the crispiness
  4. Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and nearly cooked through.
  5. While the chicken is searing, whisk together the pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
  6. Remove the basket and brush a generous layer of the maple glaze over each piece of chicken.
  7. Air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes at 400°F (204°C) until the glaze is bubbling and deep mahogany in color.
  8. Remove and let the meat rest for 5 minutes. Note: This lets the juices redistribute so they don't run out