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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Thighs Easy Herb Crust Recipe

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, juicy chicken thighs coated in a flavorful Parmesan and herb crust, cooked to perfection in an air fryer.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup (100g) panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels. (About 5 minutes)
  2. In a bowl, combine 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, ½ cup grated Parmesan, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped thyme, 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, lemon zest (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well. (About 5 minutes)
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub gently to coat. Press each thigh into the herb-parmesan mixture, firmly pressing the crust onto the skin side. (10 minutes)
  4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Place the thighs skin side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden and crispy. (20 minutes)
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure crispiness. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best crust texture. Press crust firmly onto chicken skin. Preheat air fryer for even crisping. Flip chicken carefully halfway through cooking. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. For extra crispiness, add 2-3 minutes cooking time but watch closely to prevent burning. Can bake in oven at 425°F (220°C) on wire rack for 30-35 minutes as alternative.

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