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How to make air fryer bbq chicken
Making this bbq chicken is easy peasy – the air fryer does all the work!
Season the chicken lightly with salt and pepperDrop it in your air fryer to cook and get a nice crispy skinWhile it cooks, mix up the easy BBQ sauceSlather the sauce all over the chicken once it’s done
If you love the sauce on this chicken, just whip up a batch of this healthy homemade BBQ sauce so you can have some in your fridge! If you want more, check out all of our healthy air fryer recipes!
How long to cook chicken thighs in the air fryer
We prefer bone-in skin on chicken thighs for this recipe. The crispy skin under the tangy, smoky BBQ sauce is just perfection. This cut of chicken does take a little longer to cook in the air fryer, but it’s worth the wait! You’ll need to cook the bone-in skin on chicken thighs for around 30-35 minutes at 400°, flipping halfway. Be sure to adjust this time to add more or less if needed depending on the size of your chicken thighs.
Can I use another cut of chicken for this recipe?
Yes, this recipe will work with just about any cut of chicken in the air fryer – breasts, boneless thighs, drumsticks and wings. Just adjust the cooking time as needed as boneless breasts and thighs will cook quicker. You can refer to some of our other air fryer chicken recipes for cooking times for different cuts of chicken.
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What to serve with air fryer bbq chicken
These juicy and smoky chicken thighs go great with a simple salad or any roasted veggie. Some other healthy side dish options are:
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Your turn to make this easy chicken thigh recipe
Crank up your air fryer, grab your napkins and enjoy this delicious BBQ chicken! You’ll be amazed by the easy homemade BBQ sauce and how perfectly juicy the chicken thighs turn out in the air fryer. If you try it, be sure to leave a rating and comment below and let us know how it goes. Also, take a pic to share on Instagram. Tag us @realsimplegood, we love to see what you’re cooking!
