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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs Air Fryer Recipe

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This recipe delivers crispy, garlicky, and cheesy chicken thighs with a crackling crust using an air fryer for a quick and easy dinner that’s juicy inside and crunchy outside.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • ½ cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper; stir well.
  3. Drizzle olive oil or melted butter over chicken thighs and toss to coat completely.
  4. Sprinkle the Parmesan seasoning mixture over the chicken and press gently to adhere.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
  7. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
  8. Flip chicken thighs skin-side up using tongs and cook for another 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and crust is golden brown.
  9. Remove chicken from air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat chicken dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best crust texture. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation. Flip gently to keep the Parmesan crust intact. Rest chicken 5 minutes before serving to keep meat juicy. For oven baking, cook at 425°F (220°C) on a wire rack for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway.

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