Crispy Air-Fried Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in aromatic herbs and garlic, air-fried to golden perfection with a savory, low-carb sauce that complements any keto meal. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (keto, high protein), ready in about 33 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, bacon, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 18 min Serves 1 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 6 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Finely chop 2 slices bacon until crumbly, then cook in a small skillet over medium heat until crisp (about 3 minutes), leaving 1 tbsp bacon grease in the pan.
  3. Step 3: Finely mince 2 garlic cloves and add to the bacon grease; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp dried rosemary, and 2 tbsp chicken broth, simmering until the sauce thickens slightly (about 2 minutes), then remove from heat.
  5. Step 5: Arrange seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin-side up, and spray lightly with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  6. Step 6: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crispy and golden (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).

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