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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Deliciously crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs cooked in an air fryer, seasoned with savory spices for a flavorful bite.


Ingredients

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  • 5 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Take your gallon-size plastic bag and add in all the spices — cumin, curry powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Place the chicken thighs inside, then seal the bag tightly. Shake vigorously until all pieces are evenly coated in the flavorful mix.
  2. Prepare the Air Fryer: Adjust your air fryer basket to ensure there’s adequate space for air circulation. Place each seasoned chicken thigh side by side in the basket.
  3. Set the Air Fryer: If your air fryer has a chicken preset, simply select it—the cooking time should be set to 20 minutes.
  4. Check for Doneness: After 20 minutes, check your chicken thighs using a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Rest and Serve: Once done, remove the basket from the air fryer, let the chicken thighs rest for about 5 minutes, and serve them warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Marinate chicken thighs overnight in the spice mixture for enhanced flavor. For alternatives, roast in an oven at 400°F for about 30-35 minutes.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg