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air fryer fried chicken thighs

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (parmesan crusted)

Air fryer chicken thighs are a simple, low key and crazy delicious way to get your fried chicken fix. No dredging, ready in 20 minutes.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer chicken thighs
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

  • 1.3 pounds chicken thighs (mine 4 thighs, between 3.7 and 5 ounces each)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (about 1/4 teaspoon per thigh)
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (more or less, about 1 to 1.5 Tablespoon per thigh)

Instructions

  1. Season the presentation (pretty/ front) side of the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic and parmesan. Use hands to gentle press the ingredients into the thighs to help them stick.

  2. Place seasoned side down in the air fryer basket. Season the other side.

  3. Cook for 20 minutes in your air fryer on 360 degrees Fahrenheit, carefully flipping half way through. Tongs are helpful for this, and they minimize knocking off any seasoning.

  4. Remove cooked thighs, and allow them to rest for 3 to 5 minutes prior to serving.

Recipe Notes

  • Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.
  • My chicken thighs were between 3.7 and 5 ounces a piece. If you are using larger thighs, you may need to cook slightly longer. If you wish, you can use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • I did not preheat my air fryer. I have made this recipe in 3 different models of sir fryers, and this worked out well for me, FYI.
  • I highly recommend thighs for this recipe. I plan on testing with chicken breasts later on because I know y'all will ask.😉 Thighs are naturally juicier and eliminate the need for any added oil. Plus they are more forgiving and less likely to overcook/ dry out.
  • Bone-in, skin on thighs should work fine for this recipe. Just keep in mind that they may need additional cook time, FYI. 
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (parmesan crusted)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 149mg50%
Sodium 214mg9%
Potassium 317mg9%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin A 164IU3%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 86mg9%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.