Air Fryer Beginner 35 min

Crispy air fryer chicken

Chicken thighs with crispy, well-browned skin in 25 minutes.

Crispy air fryer chicken illustration

Steps

  1. 01

    Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).

  2. 02

    Mix garlic powder, paprika, and salt in a small bowl.

  3. 03

    Coat the chicken thighs with olive oil, then sprinkle the spice mix.

  4. 04

    Place the thighs in the basket, skin side up. Don't overlap.

  5. 05

    Cook 25 minutes. Flip halfway through.

Why it works

What is the Maillard reaction?

The Maillard reaction is a chemical reaction between amino acids and sugars that occurs at temperatures above 140°C (280°F). It creates the brown color, complex flavors, and aromas you associate with seared meat, toasted bread, and roasted vegetables. It's not caramelization — that's sugar-only.

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Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).