Bone-in Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer - Crispy and Juicy Recipe
Bone-in chicken thighs cooked in the Air Fryer, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, perfectly seasoned.
Steps
- 1
Preheat the Air Fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- 3
Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix chicken seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub this mixture all over the thighs until evenly coated.
- 5
Place the thighs in the Air Fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- 6
Cook in the Air Fryer for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Let the thighs rest for a few minutes before serving.
Shopping list
3 bone-in chicken thighs, salt and pepper to taste, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp poultry seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder
Recipe story
Bone-in chicken thighs are a popular cut in many cuisines, from Southern American to Asian. Cooking them in the Air Fryer is a modern adaptation that delivers the same crispy texture as frying but with less oil. This recipe uses classic seasonings to enhance the natural flavor of the chicken.
Ingredient Secrets
Black pepper
Known as 'black gold' in antiquity, pepper was so valuable that it served as currency and tribute. In the Middle Ages, Venetian merchants controlled the pepper trade, and individual peppercorns were often counted. Legend has it that when Alaric, king of the Visigoths, demanded tribute from Rome, he included 3,000 pounds of pepper.
Sea salt
Sea salt, extracted from ocean waters by evaporation, was one of the most precious goods of antiquity, used both as food and as currency. In ancient Rome, soldiers were paid with salt, which is the origin of the word 'salary'. Salt roads connected entire civilizations, and in the Middle Ages, salt was so valuable it was called 'white gold'.
Garlic
Native to Central Asia, garlic was already known in ancient Egypt, where it was given to slaves to boost their strength. In ancient Greece, athletes consumed it before competitions, and in Rome, legionaries considered it essential for courage. During the Middle Ages, it was used to ward off vampires and the plague.
Onion
Probably originating in Central or West Asia, onions were cultivated in ancient Egypt, where they were considered a symbol of eternity and placed in tombs. In ancient Greece, athletes ate them to balance their blood, and in Rome, they were a staple food for soldiers. During the Middle Ages, onions were believed to protect against arrows and the plague.
Olive oil
Originating in the Mediterranean basin, olive oil was already produced in ancient Crete 5,000 years ago. In ancient Greece, it was considered a gift from Athena and used in lamps, cosmetics, and religious ceremonies. The Romans spread it throughout the empire, and in the Middle Ages, monasteries preserved the tradition of its production.
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