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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe Easy Garlic Parmesan Coating

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This recipe delivers juicy, crispy chicken thighs with a flavorful garlic parmesan coating, cooked quickly and easily in an air fryer. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano preferred)
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese style)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried oregano. Let sit while preparing the coating.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan, and minced fresh garlic.
  4. Drizzle in 2 tablespoons olive oil and mix until crumbs are evenly coated and slightly clumpy.
  5. Lightly brush chicken thighs with about 1 tablespoon olive oil on both sides.
  6. Press each thigh firmly into the garlic parmesan coating, ensuring the skin side is well covered.
  7. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  8. Place the thighs skin side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between pieces.
  9. Cook for 12 minutes, then flip and cook for another 8-13 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and coating is golden brown.
  10. Let the chicken rest on a plate for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting chicken dry before seasoning is crucial for crispy skin. Preheat the air fryer for best results. Flip chicken halfway through cooking for even browning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F. Avoid overcrowding the basket to maintain crispiness. For dairy-free, substitute parmesan with nutritional yeast and panko with almond flour for gluten-free. If coating browns too quickly, reduce temperature to 375°F and cook longer.

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