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BBQ Chicken Thighs

Tender and juicy chicken thighs infused with a sweet, smoky barbecue flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Thighs
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
Seasoning Mix
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
BBQ Sauce
  • 0.5 cup barbecue sauce Use your favorite brand.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your Ninja Air Fryer to 375 degrees on the Air Crisp setting.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs.
Cooking
  1. Place the seasoned chicken into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  2. Remove the chicken and baste it generously with barbecue sauce on both sides.
  3. Return the chicken to the fryer and cook for an additional 2 to 4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture and barbecue sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked. Spray a little olive oil before air frying for extra crispiness.