Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Chicken Thighs
2
servings5
minutes20
minutes320
kcalCrispy, golden, and bursting with flavor鈥攖hese air fryer Parmesan chicken thighs are the perfect protein-packed meal! With a crunchy, keto-friendly crust and juicy, tender meat, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste in just 20 minutes. Whether you're on a low-carb diet or just love a good crispy chicken, this recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite!
Ingredients
2 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
Directions
- Prepare the Chicken
馃敻 Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. This helps achieve a super crispy skin!
馃敻 In a small bowl, mix Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. - Coat the Chicken
馃敼 Rub olive oil evenly over the chicken thighs.
馃敼 Sprinkle the Parmesan mixture generously over the thighs, pressing lightly to adhere. - Preheat the Air Fryer
馃敟 Set your Air Fryer to 375掳F (190掳C) and let it preheat for 3 minutes. - Air Fry the Chicken
馃敻 Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket.
馃敻 Cook for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
馃敻 Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165掳F (75掳C) using a Meat Thermometer. - Serve & Enjoy
馃嵔 Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
馃嵔 Pair with Roasted Vegetables or a simple keto salad.
Notes
- Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
Calories: 320 | Carbs: 2g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 18g |Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g - Useful Tips & Advice
鉁旓笍 Use freshly grated Parmesan for better adhesion and flavor.
鉁旓笍 Check the internal temperature to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
鉁旓笍 For extra crunch, broil in the air fryer for an additional 1-2 minutes.
鉁旓笍 Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat at 350掳F (175掳C) for 5 minutes.
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馃洅 Must have Amazon Kitchen Tools For This Recipe:
馃敼 Best Air Fryer
馃敼 Sharp Kitchen Knife
馃敼 Meat Thermometer
馃敼 Basting Brush
馃敼 Parchment Paper Liners
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