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Quick Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs: Easy Air Fryer Recipe

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Juicy, tender chicken thighs with crispy skin and a rich garlic butter sauce, cooked quickly in an air fryer. This recipe avoids burnt garlic by adding the sauce at the end for perfect flavor every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Olive oil (for coating)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (high quality)
  • 2–3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
  3. Place chicken in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken. Cook for another 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden brown.
  6. While chicken cooks, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  7. Remove chicken from air fryer and place on a serving platter.
  8. Brush or drizzle the warm garlic butter sauce generously over the hot chicken.
  9. Let chicken rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Do not skip drying the chicken; moisture prevents crispiness. Do not crowd the basket to allow air circulation. Add garlic butter at the end to prevent burning. If your air fryer runs hot, lower temperature by 25°F. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispiness.

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Keywords: air fryer chicken, garlic butter chicken, chicken thighs, quick dinner, weeknight meals, crispy chicken, gluten-free, low-carb

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