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Crispy, glazed chicken thighs in air fryer oven, served with fresh lemon and herbs on a rustic plate.

Crispy and Juicy Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer Oven

These air fryer chicken thighs are incredibly crispy on the outside and wonderfully juicy on the inside, seasoned with a savory and slightly sweet spice blend for a quick and easy meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Thighs
  • 4 thighs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • air fryer
  • instant-read thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with ketchup, baking powder, tomato paste, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Toss until the chicken is thoroughly coated.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F and cook the chicken for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F.

Notes

For a quicker cook, you can air fry at 400°F for 7-10 minutes instead of 350°F.