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Easy Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

Cultural Context

BBQ chicken is a staple in American cuisine, often enjoyed during summer cookouts and family gatherings. The air fryer method offers a healthier alternative to traditional frying, making it accessible year-round. This dish is popular for its ease of preparation and delicious flavor, appealing to both novice and experienced cooks.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Oil spray
1 cup BBQ sauce, divided

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Skinless thighs are lower in fat; drumsticks are often cheaper.

BBQ sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade BBQ sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup with spices

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar; ketchup is budget-friendly.

1

Preheat the air fryer to the recommended temperature for your model.

2

In a bowl, mix kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, and onion powder.

3

Coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture evenly.

4

Spray the chicken thighs with oil spray.

5

Brush BBQ sauce generously over the chicken thighs, reserving some for later.

6

Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

7

Cook for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until cooked through.

8

Check the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

9

Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingair-frying

Equipment Needed

COSORI TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Air Fryer BBQ ChickenBBQ Chicken Thighs

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