Crispy Herb-Crusted Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a golden herb crust, cooked to perfection in the air fryer with zero oil splatter and maximum flavor. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (keto, high protein), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 345 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 345 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1.5 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika. Press this mixture firmly onto both sides of each chicken thigh.
  3. Step 3: Arrange thighs skin-side up in the air fryer basket without overlapping, leaving space for air circulation. Set air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and cook for 20 minutes until the skin is deeply golden brown and crisp to the touch.
  4. Step 4: Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer—it should read 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part. Let rest 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

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