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Best Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs Recipe

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Juicy, tender chicken thighs with a shatteringly crispy garlic parmesan crust, ready in under 30 minutes. This air fryer recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons (42g) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • ¼ cup (30g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Cooking spray or oil (for the air fryer basket)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (20-30 seconds). Stir in the minced garlic and let sit for 1 minute.
  3. In a shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
  4. Brush each chicken thigh generously with the garlic butter mixture. Press each thigh into the Parmesan-panko mixture, coating both sides evenly.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated chicken thighs in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
  7. Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 12 minutes. Flip the thighs carefully, then cook for another 10-12 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let rest on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispy coating, spray the tops of the chicken lightly with cooking spray before the final few minutes of cooking. If you don’t have an air fryer, bake at 400°F (200°C) on a wire rack over a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway. To reheat leftovers, place in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 4-5 minutes.

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