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Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken for Quick Dinners

This Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken delivers crispy, golden skin and juicy meat, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on preferred
For the Coating
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs
  1. In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, grated parmesan, salt, paprika, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until cohesive.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Generously apply the garlic parmesan mixture to each chicken thigh, ensuring coverage under the skin.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin-side up, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Set air fryer to 390°F and cook chicken thighs for 13 minutes. Flip and cook for another 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  6. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights or quick entertaining, this dish is family-friendly and can be paired with various sides.

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