Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    378 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer

These simple, delicious Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer are glazed with a brown sugar balsamic sauce that adds amazing flavor and juiciness!

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Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic about 2-3 cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs about 4-5 medium thighs
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Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoon minced garlic about 2-3 cloves, 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper and 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt. Reserve about 3 tablespoons of the glaze in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Place the 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs about 4-5 medium thighs in a shallow baking dish or pan. Remove any excess fat and pat dry with paper towels. Pour the balsamic glaze over the chicken, turning over to ensure all sides are coated with the glaze.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. (Check your owners manual to see exact preheat times for your model of air fryer. Preheat times are typically 3-5 minutes.)
  4. To the preheated air fryer basket, place the glazed chicken, skin side down. Use a liner for easy clean up. Discard the glaze that was in the baking dish. Evenly space the chicken thighs, making sure to place in one layer. Cook the chicken for 10 minutes.
  5. After 10 minutes, turn the chicken thighs over, and brush with the reserved balsamic glaze that was previously set aside. Cook the chicken for an additional 10 minutes or until they register at 165°F using a digital thermometer.
  6. Once done cooking, let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
  7. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how you liked it in the comments or star ratings.

Notes

  • Want to double the recipe? I recommend cooking the chicken thighs in two separate batches. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you'll have the best results by cooking 4-5 thighs at once. I don't recommend overcrowding or stacking more than 5 thighs into the air fryer basket at one time. The chicken will not cook evenly.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 378kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 162mg (54%) Sodium 450mg (19%) Potassium 462mg (13%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 42IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 378 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 378kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 12g 60%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 162mg 54%
Sodium 450mg 19%
Potassium 462mg 10%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 42IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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