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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs Air Fryer Recipe

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This recipe delivers crispy, garlicky parmesan-crusted chicken thighs cooked effortlessly in an air fryer, perfect for a quick and delicious dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds or 900 grams)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano recommended)
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin if possible
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes if using; mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss chicken thighs with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Press each chicken thigh skin-side down into the parmesan breadcrumb mixture to coat thoroughly.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket; cook for 12 minutes.
  7. Flip chicken thighs skin-side up and cook for another 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crispy.
  8. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Pat chicken dry for best crispiness. Press parmesan mixture firmly onto skin. If parmesan browns too fast, lower temperature slightly. For dairy-free, substitute parmesan with nutritional yeast and use dairy-free breadcrumbs. For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts instead of panko.

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