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Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs

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This recipe delivers perfectly crispy skin and juicy, flavorful chicken thighs coated in a savory garlic parmesan mixture, cooked quickly and easily in an air fryer.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove moisture from the skin.
  2. Optional: Place the chicken on a wire rack in the fridge uncovered for 30 minutes to dry the skin further.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix garlic powder, grated parmesan, paprika, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs, then toss them in the seasoning mixture until fully coated, pressing the mixture onto the skin.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
  7. Cook for 20-22 minutes, flipping halfway through to crisp both sides evenly. Watch closely after 18 minutes to avoid burning.
  8. Check doneness with a meat thermometer; internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Cook in 2-minute increments if needed.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices and set the coating.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry and optionally refrigerating uncovered helps achieve extra crispy skin. Flip the chicken only when the skin is visibly browned to keep the parmesan coating intact. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for even cooking. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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