Perfect Chicken Thighs - Air Fryer Recipe

Perfect Chicken Thighs

18-20 mins
beginner
400°F
Gluten Free
Low Carb
Keto
Paleo

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Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1¾ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • 1½ tsp olive oil
  • Optional seasonings (lemon-pepper, za'atar, or miso-ginger)

Instructions

Prep: Mix salt, pepper and baking powder. Pat chicken dry and rub with mixture. Place in fridge uncovered for 1-24 hours.
Season: Remove from fridge and brush with olive oil. Add optional seasonings if desired.
Cook: Place in air fryer basket skin-side down and cook at 400°F / 204°C for 12 minutes.
Finish: Carefully flip thighs skin-side up and continue cooking 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 175°F or 79°C.
Rest: Remove from air fryer and let rest for 10 minutes before serving for juiciest results.
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