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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy 30-minute recipe for crispy, garlicky Parmesan chicken thighs cooked in the air fryer, perfect for busy weeknights and crowd-pleasing dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds or 700 grams)
  • 3 cloves fresh minced garlic
  • ½ cup (50g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispiness. (5 minutes)
  2. In a medium bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, paprika, lemon zest (optional), salt, and black pepper. Mix well. (5 minutes)
  3. Toss the chicken thighs in the Parmesan mixture until evenly coated on all sides. Press the mixture gently onto the skin for better adhesion. (5 minutes)
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it run empty for 3 minutes. (3 minutes)
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary. (2 minutes)
  6. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes. Flip the thighs skin-side up using tongs and cook for another 10-12 minutes until skin is golden and crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). (22-24 minutes)
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices and finish crisping the coating. (5 minutes)

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is crucial for crispiness. Preheat the air fryer for best results. Flip the chicken halfway through cooking for even crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest before serving. If coating browns too fast, lower temperature to 375°F and add extra cooking time.

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