Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
Quick and easy air fryer BBQ chicken with crispy skin and juicy meat, ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on Use fresh chicken for the best results.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice) Customize the BBQ sauce to your preference.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Helps to crisp the skin.
Spices
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs.
Cooking
- Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin-side up.
- Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 12 minutes.
- After 12 minutes, brush half of the BBQ sauce over the chicken thighs.
- Continue cooking for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Before serving, brush the remaining BBQ sauce over the chicken.
Notes
For best results, allow the chicken to marinate in BBQ sauce for at least an hour before cooking. Adjust cooking times based on your air fryer model.