Easy Air-Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    291 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Easy Air-Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

Juicy, flavorful BBQ chicken with none of the hassle—thanks to the air fryer!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce your favorite, low-sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Begin by preparing the chicken thighs. Trim any excess skin or fat for a healthier meal. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure the skin crisps up nicely in the air fryer.
  3. Score the skin side of the chicken thighs lightly, making shallow cuts. This helps the seasoning penetrate and gives more flavor to your chicken.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and sea salt.
  5. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated. This is what creates a delicious crust.
  6. Arrange the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin-side down, and cook for 10 minutes.
  7. After 10 minutes, brush the chicken generously with barbecue sauce.
  8. Cook for another 5 minutes to allow the barbecue sauce to caramelize.
  9. Flip the chicken thighs to skin-side up and apply another layer of barbecue sauce. Cook for a final 3 to 5 minutes.
  10. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra barbecue sauce on the side for dipping if desired. DEVOUR!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 291kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g (24%) Monounsaturated Fat 8g (40%) Trans Fat 0.1g (5%) Cholesterol 111mg (37%) Sodium 527mg (22%) Potassium 297mg (6%) Fiber 0.3g (1%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 224IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 291 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 291kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 111mg 37%
Sodium 527mg 22%
Potassium 297mg 6%
Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 224IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 19mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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