Do I need to marinate the chicken before air frying it?

No, since it is breaded and the breading is seasoned there's no need to marinate it.

How healthy is air fryer teriyaki chicken?

It's definitely much healthier than take out! This recipe is high in protein, made with wholesome ingredients, and uses much less oil than teriyaki chicken from restaurants because it's made in the air fryer instead of deep fried.

Is teriyaki chicken gluten free?

As long as you use gluten free panko breadcrumbs and your teriyaki sauce doesn't contain soy sauce, this recipe is gluten free. I made my teriyaki sauce with Tamari or coconut aminos because they both taste like soy sauce but don't contain any wheat!

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breast?

Absolutely, chop the chicken thighs into bite size pieces and cook for 9-11 minutes instead.

What temperature does chicken need to cook to?

Chicken needs to be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. You can use a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ThermoPro-Thermometer-Grilling-Waterproof-Ambidextrous/dp/B07XXSYLL8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=YYDTWELEVWIR&keywords=meat+thermometer+digital&qid=1663117644&sprefix=meat+ther%2Caps%2C146&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVk1ZMEVNU0JPOEQyJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTEzMTAzMVZXSUcxTkJCWDE3MSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTAxNTQxMlE3SlRUS0RIVzMySiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">meat thermometer if you'd feel more comfortable.

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken: 20 Minutes

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken

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Air fryer teriyaki chicken is the easiest weeknight dinner. With just 5 ingredients and 20 minutes you can have perfectly cooked, crispy chicken in a sweet homemade teriyaki sauce. This is a busy night dinner the whole family will enjoy!

Author: Nicole Radcliffe
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 7 Minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: Japanese
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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1 pound chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
1 large egg
1/4 cup almond milk
3/4 cup gluten free Panko breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3/4 cup teriyaki sauce

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Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F and spray the basket lightly with avocado oil
On a cutting board, use a sharp knife to cut your chicken breast into bite size pieces and place the pieces into a large mixing bowl
In a separate small bowl, whisk together your egg and almond milk until fully combined
Pour the egg mixture over the chicken bites and stir them around to ensure everything is well coated
In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to bread each chicken bite, making sure all sides are coated
Lay the breaded chicken in a single layer into your hot air fryer basket and spray the top liberally with avocado oil spray
Cook at 380 F for 7-8 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and the inside of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F
Use tongs to take the chicken out of the air fryer and place into a clean mixing bowl, pour teriyaki sauce over the top, and use a rubber spatula to stir it around
Once all the chicken is coated, serve with rice and broccoli and enjoy!

Notes

Cut the chicken into equal size pieces so it cooks evenly
Preheat your air fryer
Bread chicken bites individually for best results
Don't overcrowd the air fryer, cook in batches if needed
Use a rubber spatula to stir the chicken when coating in sauce to keep the breading from coming off
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days

Find it online: https://www.coleinthekitchen.com/air-fryer-teriyaki-chicken/