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bbq chicken thighs cooked in the air fryer

BBQ Chicken Thighs (only 15 minutes in the air fryer)

BBQ Chicken Thighs in the air fryer—juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 15 mins! A quick, easy dinner with simple ingredients and bold flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 262 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce of choice reserve 2-3 Tbsp for finishing
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, combine BBQ sauce (reserving a few tablespoons for later), garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Generously brush the chicken thighs with the seasoned BBQ sauce on all sides.
  • Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the pieces and cook for an additional 4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and brush with the reserved BBQ sauce.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 23gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 838mgPotassium: 458mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 187IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chicken, entree, high protein, lean, meal prep
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