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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Garlic Parmesan) Recipe

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This Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with a crispy garlic Parmesan crust. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, the chicken is marinated in a buttery garlic Parmesan mixture, seasoned with paprika and Italian herbs, then air fried to golden perfection in just 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 8 chicken thighs (skinless bone-in or with skin and bones)

Marinade

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 garlic cloves (peeled and finely chopped/minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • 1/3 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, kosher salt, ground paprika, Italian seasoning, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  2. Coat the chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them completely and evenly with the marinade mixture to ensure every piece is well seasoned.
  3. Optional marinating step: For deeper flavor, cover the bowl with a lid or cling film and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to let the chicken absorb the marinade.
  4. Preheat and prepare air fryer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil spray to prevent sticking. Place the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer inside the basket, making sure not to overlap them for even cooking.
  5. Air fry the chicken: Cook the chicken thighs at 390°F (200°C) for 13 minutes on one side. Then flip the thighs and continue cooking for an additional 6-7 minutes on the other side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption and the chicken is crispy and cooked through.
  6. Serve: Remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer immediately and serve hot for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • You can use either skinless or skin-on bone-in chicken thighs depending on your preference; skin-on provides extra crispiness.
  • If short on time, you can skip the marinating step but allowing the chicken to marinate enhances flavor.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
  • The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of the chicken thighs and model of the air fryer.
  • Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/air-fryer-chicken-thighs-garlic-parmesan-recipe/