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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are a quick and easy chicken main course that, thanks to the air fryer cooking method, turns out crispy and flavorful in just minutes with minimal effort.
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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Prep 15 minutes
  • Cook 40 minutes
  • Servings Serves 2

The Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are a delicious and flavorful chicken main course ready in just a few minutes. The Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe can definitely be included among Smart Dinner Recipes as, thanks to the air fryer cooking method, you can prepare a main dish quickly and with minimal effort.

You can season the Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with your favorite herbs and spices; from the classic ready-made roast and grill seasoning found at the supermarket to a mix of fresh chopped herbs you can quickly prepare at home, or spices like Sweet Paprika or Hot Paprika. You really have plenty of options to choose from.

As with all Air Fryer Recipes, the cooking times indicated in this recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are approximate since they may slightly vary depending on the different types of Air Fryers available on the market.

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. To prepare Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks, start by thoroughly cleaning the chicken legs, removing any remaining feathers.

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  2. Finely chop the rosemary leaves and a few sage leaves with a knife. Place the herbs in a bowl and add salt and some black pepper.

  3. Place the chicken legs in a bowl, massage them with the herb mixture, salt, and pepper, then lightly coat them with extra virgin olive oil.

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  4. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (392°F) for about 2 minutes. Place the seasoned chicken legs in the basket and cook for 30-40 minutes according to your preference, making sure to turn them occasionally.

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  5. When the Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks are cooked through and nicely golden, remove them from the basket and serve. They pair perfectly with Italian Green Sauce (Salsa Verde), a traditional herb-based sauce commonly served with grilled meats.

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Alternatives

To enhance your Air Fryer Chicken Legs, you can add a sprinkle of Sweet or Hot Paprika and, if desired, some minced garlic.

Tips

For an even more flavorful result, let the seasoned Chicken Legs rest covered in the refrigerator for 1 hour before cooking.

Storage

Once cooked, Air Fryer Chicken Legs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.