Air Fryer Chicken Thighs - Crispy and Juicy!
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs - Crispy and Juicy!
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs - Crispy and Juicy! uses bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs coated with a blend of ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and a small amount of baking powder. The baking powder helps crisp the skin when air fried.
After tossing the chicken with the seasoning mixture, the thighs are cooked in a preheated air fryer at 350°F for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F. Alternatively, a shorter cooking time at 400°F is possible.
This method produces a well-seasoned chicken with a balance of savory, slightly sweet, and smoky flavors from paprika and brown sugar. The baking powder creates a crispy skin texture while keeping the meat juicy inside.
The recipe offers guidance for using boneless thighs with adjusted cooking times. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to three days and reheated in the oven or air fryer. Using a meat thermometer is recommended since air fryer cook times can vary.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs bone in, skin on
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the chicken thighs, ketchup, baking powder, tomato paste, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Toss everything together until the chicken thighs are well coated all over.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F degrees and cook for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping once halfway through. The chicken thighs are done when an instant read thermometer inserted into the thicket past of the thigh reads 165°F. (Or you can cook at 400°F for 7 to 10 minutes.)
Notes
- Boneless chicken thighs cook faster; air fry at 380°F for 6 to 8 minutes.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat chicken in the oven or air fryer at 350°F until warmed through.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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