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Best Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Garlic Parmesan

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These Best Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Garlic Parmesan are quick, easy, and deliver a satisfying crunch without the mess of deep frying. The simple dry brine method and garlic parmesan crust create incredibly crispy skin and juicy meat in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds or 900g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.
  2. In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub it in evenly, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of each thigh.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching.
  5. Cook for 12 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  6. Flip the chicken thighs using tongs so the skin side is facing up.
  7. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
  8. While the chicken finishes cooking, melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl and stir in the minced garlic.
  9. Once the chicken is done, transfer to a serving plate and brush each thigh generously with the garlic butter.
  10. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the hot chicken, then top with fresh chopped parsley. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat the chicken thoroughly dry for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast and olive oil instead of parmesan and butter.

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