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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs: 5-Min Garlic Herb Butter Recipe

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Quick and easy air fryer chicken thighs with a crispy skin and savory garlic herb butter coating. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality crunch in under 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced finely
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl and rub half of the garlic herb butter mixture under the skin and all over the outside. Reserve the remaining butter.
  5. Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket skin-side down in a single layer, ensuring they are not overlapping.
  6. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes to render fat and start crisping.
  7. Flip the chicken so the skin is facing up and brush generously with the remaining garlic herb butter.
  8. Air fry for another 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
  9. Remove from air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure proper air circulation. Garlic can burn at high temperatures, so basting after flipping protects the garlic while infusing flavor. For a dairy-free option, swap butter for olive oil or avocado oil. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

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