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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs o baking rack after baking with a spice and brown sugar rub.
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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Brown Sugar and Spices

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Brown Sugar and Spices is such an easy and delicous dish; perfect for your air fryer.
Course Chicken and Turkey, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer, brown sugar, chicken, dinner
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 264kcal
Author Barb

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika I had smoked and used it
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 8 chicken thighs

Instructions

  • Mix together the brown sugar and spices and rub them on the top and bottom of the chicken thighs. I usually put half the thighs into a bowl, shake half the spice mix over them and then turn them to coat on all sides. Repeat with the next half.
  • Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer according to manufacturer's directions for 10 mins at 350 degrees. Using tongs, flip the thighs over and cook an additional 10 minutes or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165 degrees.
  • Remove to a serving plate and keep warm.

Notes

To prevent the chicken fat in the bottom of the fryer from smoking, pour a bit of cold water into the bottom of the fryer before starting the cooking process.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 315mg | Potassium: 263mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 311IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg