Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs - the ultimate dinner choice for anyone craving a satisfying and delicious meal. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these chicken thighs are coated with a rich, smoky BBQ glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the air fryer.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Spoons
- Brush
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- Chopped Parsley to garnish
- Lemon Wedges to serve
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F for about 3-5 minutes.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, mix the seasonings; garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Brush olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub this mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 10-12 minutes.
- Flip the thighs over and cook for an additional 8 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Brush the chicken thighs generously with BBQ sauce on both sides.
- Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to caramelize the sauce and create a sticky glaze.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken thighs are patted dry with a paper towel before seasoning. This helps the skin crisp up in the air fryer.
- Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer, leaving space between them for proper air circulation. Cook in batches if necessary.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 4.5gProtein: 27gFat: 3.1gSaturated Fat: 7.8gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 10084mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 3.3gCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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