Description
Crispy and delicious, this easy Parmesan Crusted Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe is a great way to toss dinner together in no time. A simple breadcrumb and parmesan coating adds crunch and flavor to your chicken! Prepped in less than 10 minutes and cooks up in about 20. Serve with your favorite simple sides and enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2–2½ lbs.)
- 2 T olive oil
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- ¾ c breadcrumbs or panko
- ½ c grated parmesan
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Step: If necessary, preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Step: Pat the chicken thighs dry and then toss them with the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to evenly coat.
- Step: Toss the breadcrumbs, parmesan, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl.
- Step: Coat each chicken thigh entirely with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it into all sides.
- Step: Place presentation side down on an oil-sprayed air fryer basket or rack.
- Step: Cook for about 12 minutes.
- Step: Flip the chicken thighs and heat another 6-8 minutes or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the largest piece reaches 165°F.
- Step: Remove from air fryer and allow to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Try to make sure all of the chicken thighs are approximately the same size for even cooking. All air fryers cook differently; know your equipment and monitor for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 321 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 721 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 108 mg
Keywords: air fryer, chicken, parmesan, dinner, easy recipe, crispy