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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

Sticky Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 to 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce, divided

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Pat chicken dry, toss with oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Place in basket in a single layer. Cook 10 minutes, flip, cook 5 to 7 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  3. Brush chicken with half the barbecue sauce, increase heat to 400°F, cook 2 to 3 minutes until sticky.
  4. Rest chicken 5 minutes, slice against the grain, drizzle with remaining sauce, and serve hot.

Notes

Let the chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing to keep the juices in. If you like a heavier glaze, reserve a little extra sauce for drizzling at the table.