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Frozen Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer

Cook delicious chicken thighs in air fryer from frozen and no thawing is needed.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 238 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1½ pounds (680g) frozen chicken thighs 6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
  • ⅓ cup (93g) BBQ sauce

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C.
  2. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil.
  3. Add the frozen chicken thighs and cook for about 25 minutes depending on size until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  4. Brush chicken with BBQ sauce and cook for 2 more minutes.
  5. Let the chicken rest for several minutes before serving.

Notes

  • To ensure that this recipe meets your dietary needs select a diet-friendly BBQ sauce. 
  • The frozen chicken thighs should be separated. If your chicken thighs are in a clump, run the frozen chicken thighs under cold water just until they separate. 
  • Cooking times are meant to be a guide. Adjust as needed depending on the size of your frozen chicken thighs. If they are on the larger side, cook them for 30 minutes or more. 
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil before adding the chicken thighs.
  • Leave space between the frozen chicken thighs in the air fryer basket so the hot air can circulate and cook the frozen chicken thighs evenly. 
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook chicken thighs in batches if necessary.
  • Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. When inserted into the thickest part of the chicken, the temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • Once the chicken thighs have reached the appropriate temperature, brush them with BBQ sauce and return them to the air fryer basket for a few minutes to set the sauce. 
  • Boneless chicken thighs will cook faster, so you will need to adjust the time of cooking boneless chicken thighs.
  • There are 7 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
  • To ensure that this recipe meets your dietary needs select a diet-friendly BBQ sauce. 
  • The frozen chicken thighs should be separated. If your chicken thighs are in a clump, run the frozen chicken thighs under cold water just until they separate. 
  • Cooking times are meant to be a guide. Adjust as needed depending on the size of your frozen chicken thighs. If they are on the larger side, cook them for 30 minutes or more. 
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil before adding the chicken thighs.
  • Leave space between the frozen chicken thighs in the air fryer basket so the hot air can circulate and cook the frozen chicken thighs evenly. 
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook chicken thighs in batches if necessary.
  • Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. When inserted into the thickest part of the chicken, the temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • Once the chicken thighs have reached the appropriate temperature, brush them with BBQ sauce and return them to the air fryer basket for a few minutes to set the sauce. 
  • Boneless chicken thighs will cook faster, so you will need to adjust the time of cooking boneless chicken thighs.
  • Store - keep leftovers in an airtight container inside the fridge for 4 days.
  • There are 7 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition Information

Calories 238kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 94mg (31%) Sodium 238mg (10%) Potassium 234mg (7%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 111IU (2%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 238

% Daily Value*

Calories 238kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 94mg 31%
Sodium 238mg 10%
Potassium 234mg 5%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 111IU 2%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

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