Honey Garlic Chicken Jerky (Air Fryer Method)
Honey Garlic Chicken Jerky made in the air fryer is a sweet-savory, chewy snack that’s packed with flavor. It’s tender, protein-rich, and perfect for a healthier on-the-go bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1. 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2. 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3. 2 tablespoons honey
- 4. 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5. 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 6. 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 7. 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 8. 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Slice chicken into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick, for even drying.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, onion powder, black pepper, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Add chicken strips to the marinade, tossing to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°F (80°C).
- Arrange chicken strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Air fry for 2.5–3 hours, flipping halfway through, until chicken is dry but still slightly pliable.
- Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate overnight.
- Slice chicken against the grain for a tender chew.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 batch
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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