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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
This delicious air fryer chicken thighs recipe will please even the pickiest eaters, a healthier twist on fried chicken.
Servings 8
Calories 238kcal
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thighs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 3 eggs
- 2 tablespoons Italian Dressing or pickle juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Mix together seasonings in a small bowl: salt, pepper, granulated garlic and onion powder.
- Season chicken with seasonings and set aside.
- Beat together eggs and Italian dressing.
- In a medium mixing bowl, mix together panko, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese & Italian seasoning.
- Dip chicken thighs one at a time in the egg mixture.
- Immediately press into the panko bread mixture and cover all sides.
- Place in the air fryer in a single layer; mine makes four at a time. Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes, flipping over 1/2 way in between.
- Check the chicken's internal temperature making sure it is cooked to 165 degrees.
Nutrition
Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 946mg | Potassium: 343mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 157IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 2mg