Quick and Easy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Prep Time: 20 min
Ingredients
4 Katie’s Best chicken thighs
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic (pressed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic (pressed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
1. Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F. Pat chicken thighs dry and brush with olive oil.
2. Combine ingredients in a bowl, and add the chicken thighs, making sure the mixture covers both sides. Place thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side up.
3. Fry in the preheated air fryer until chicken is brown and juices run clear, about 15-18 minutes. If you are not sure if your chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a thermometer! Just make sure the center of the chicken is at least 165 degrees F.
2. Combine ingredients in a bowl, and add the chicken thighs, making sure the mixture covers both sides. Place thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side up.
3. Fry in the preheated air fryer until chicken is brown and juices run clear, about 15-18 minutes. If you are not sure if your chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a thermometer! Just make sure the center of the chicken is at least 165 degrees F.
COOKING TIPS
- When purchasing any chicken, be sure to pick it up at the end of your shopping experience.
- Use a plastic bag, often found just a few feet away, to pickup and transport the chicken. This will protect other items in your cart.
- Try to head straight home to keep the chicken cold and place in your refrigerator right away.
- Look for product that is still within the use by date
- When purchasing larger quantities, what you do not use within two days, portion and freeze quickly for a later date.
- Always store chicken below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Above 40F, bacteria begin to grow and will spoil the chicken.
- Use any chicken within two days of purchase.
- When preparing
- Use a paper towel to pat dry any chicken. Do not wash in the sink as it will spread bacteria to your sink.
- Use dedicated meat and poultry cutting surfaces and utensils to avoid cross contamination
- Wash all surfaces after handling raw chicken but before handling cooked to avoid contamination
- Cook to an internal temperature of 165 degrees fahrenheit for boneless items and 180 degrees Fahrenheit for bone-in items.
| Chicken Pieces Description | Internal Thermometer Temperate | Approximate Cooking Time (Per Pound) at 350°F |
|---|---|---|
| Bone-In Leg Quarters Thighs Breast/Split Breast | 170°F | 15-20 minutes 15-20 minutes 20-25 minutes |
| Boneless Thighs Breast/Split Breast Tender Strips | 165°F | 10-15 minutes 15-20 minutes 10 minutes |
| Whole Chicken Fryer/Broiler 3-4 lbs Roaster 5-7 lbs | 180°F | 1 – ½ hours 1 ½ – 2 ¼ hours |
