Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Printer-Friendly)

Tender chicken thighs coated in flavorful spices, cooked to crispy perfection with buttermilk and olive oil spray in the air fryer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - ½ cup buttermilk

→ Eggs

02 - 1 large egg

→ Dry Ingredients

03 - ¾ cup all-purpose flour
04 - ¼ cup cornstarch
05 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Meat

09 - 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs

→ Oils & Sprays

10 - Olive oil cooking spray

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg until fully combined.
03 - In a separate medium bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
04 - Dip each chicken thigh into the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the dry mixture, pressing to adhere.
05 - Spray the air fryer basket liberally with olive oil cooking spray to prevent sticking.
06 - Place coated chicken thighs into the air fryer basket without crowding; cook in batches if necessary. Generously spray chicken with olive oil cooking spray on all sides.
07 - Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Reapply olive oil spray after flipping to maintain crispiness. Verify internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
08 - Remove the chicken from the air fryer and serve immediately with preferred side dishes.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Preheating the air fryer ensures even cooking and optimal crispiness.
02 - Spraying the chicken and air fryer basket with olive oil is essential to prevent sticking and promote a crispy crust.
03 - Maintain proper spacing between pieces to allow hot air circulation and achieve even cooking.
04 - An instant-read thermometer is recommended to confirm the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
05 - Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days and reheated in the air fryer for approximately 4 minutes.

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