Deep-fried chicken wings are an iconic staple in Japanese cuisine, particularly as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. However, from a health perspective, traditional deep-frying isn’t the most nutritious cooking method. Enter the air fryer—a modern kitchen innovation that transforms this beloved dish by reducing significant amount of oil compared to traditional deep-frying.
When you are craving for Karaage or deep-fried chicken, but you have no time or energy to make it at home, this easy air fryer chicken karaage recipe is for you! It’s also a lot healthier than the typical deep-fried Karaage. Chicken thighs are cut into small bite size pieces, seasoned well with typical pantry ingredients, and cooked in the air fryer. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes! Since the chicken is cut small, there is no need to marinade this for a long time. Smaller pieces will also shorten the cooking time and make them crispy outside just like the deep-fried karaage.