Crispy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Thighs
Bone-in chicken thighs seasoned with garlic, paprika, and parmesan, air-fried until the skin shatters and edges crisp. Finish with a lemon squeeze for brightness—dinner in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 8 pieces (about 3 lbs) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or thyme, chopped)
Instructions
- 1
Pat thighs dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2
Mix Parmesan with a pinch of salt. Coat both sides of each thigh, pressing gently so it sticks.
- 3
Arrange thighs skin-side up in air fryer basket, skin not touching. Work in batches if needed.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes. Skin should be deep golden and crispy; meat registers 165°F.
- 5
Transfer to a plate. Squeeze lemon over the thighs and scatter with fresh herbs.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer basket
- paper towels
- meat thermometer
- small bowl
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