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Effortless Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

Effortless Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

This easy air fryer BBQ chicken recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken with a smoky glaze in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs
  • 0.75 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  • In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
  • Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12 minutes.
  • Brush the BBQ sauce generously on each piece and cook for another 6 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and glaze is set.
  • Remove from air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

This recipe pairs well with coleslaw or roasted vegetables for a quick weeknight meal.