Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

4.3(13)

Meet your latest weeknight dinner. Chicken thighs are soaked in a zesty balsamic marinade to tenderize and add tons of flavor to the meat. They’re then cooked in an air fryer until crispy and golden brown. It’s a super easy recipe and minimal clean up with the help of the air fryer!

Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
4 hr 25 min
Yield
2 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs, large bone-in, skin on
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar (60 mL)
  • ½ cup olive oil (60 mL)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
  • fresh herb, for garnish, chopped

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 886
  • Fat 65g
  • Carbs 6g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Sugar 4g
  • Protein 63g

How to Make It

1. Step
Generously season the chicken thighs with salt on both sides, including under the skin.
2. Step
In a large bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning.
3. Step
Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Let the chicken come to room temperature before cooking.
4. Step
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
5. Step
Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with a paper towel. Lightly spray with cooking spray or rub with a bit of olive oil.
6. Step
Add the chicken thighs (as many as will fit) to the air fryer, skin-side down, and cook for 5–7 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook 5 –7 minutes more, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Repeat with the remaining chicken thighs, if needed.
7. Step
Garnish with herbs of choice and serve.
8. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

KetoDairy-FreeLow-SugarHigh-ProteinLow-CarbWhiskMixing BowlWeeknightLunchMeasuring SpoonsLiquid Measuring CupAmericanAir FryerDinner

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