Directions
- 1Pat your bone-in chicken thighs dry to remove excess moisture.
- 2Season the meat side with kosher salt.
- 3Let the salt absorb into the meat for 15 minutes to keep your chicken thighs nice and juicy.
- 4While the chicken sits, mix together your favorite spices: garlic powder, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 5Add the seasoned chicken to a bowl.
- 6Mix the seasonings and a tablespoon of neutral oil into the chicken until evenly coated.
- 7Add a quarter teaspoon of baking powder only on the skin side and rub it in until it's no longer visible.
- 8Lay the chicken skin side down in your air fryer.
- 9Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes.
- 10Flip over the chicken and pat the skin dry.
- 11Air fry again for another 12 to 14 minutes until the thighs are crispy and cooked through.
Ingredients
- bone-in chicken thighs
- kosher salt
- garlic powder
- thyme
- paprika
- salt
- pepper
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 0.25 teaspoon baking powder
Equipment
paper towelsbaking sheetbowlair fryertongs
Tips
- Salt the chicken ahead of time to retain moisture and season throughout.
- Use baking powder on the skin for extra crispiness.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels after the first air fry to remove excess moisture and achieve crispier skin.
- Using bone-in chicken thighs is recommended for juiciness and flavor.
- Air fry chicken thighs for 12 minutes at 400°F (200°C), flip, pat dry, and air fry for another 12-14 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
- Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for doneness (not explicitly stated in video but general chicken cooking rule).
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