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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 350
Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs cooked to perfection in the air fryer with smoky barbecue sauce.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, with skin)
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp red chili powder/cayenne pepper
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions 

  • Pat dry chicken thighs and score the skin side.
  • Mix spices and coat chicken evenly.
  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Cook chicken skin-side down for 10 mins, then brush with barbecue sauce.
  • Flip chicken, brush with sauce, and cook for 8-10 mins until crispy and internal temp reaches 170°F.
  • Serve warm with extra barbecue sauce if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, barbecue, Chicken