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AirFryer chicken (crispy & juicy)

2-3 people · Airfryer / Quick & easy

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Crispy AirFryer Chicken delivers lots of texture and juicy meat with surprisingly little effort. That's exactly why the recipe fits so well into a modern, everyday kitchen that needs to work quickly.

Timing

  • Preparation: approx. 10 minutes
  • Airfryer: approx. 16-22 minutes at 190°C
  • Rest time: 2-3 minutes
  • Total: approx. 30 minutes

Estimated nutrition

per serving · Calculated for 3 servings.

Energy
≈ 320 kcal
Protein
≈ 47.4 g
Carbohydrates
≈ 0.1 g
Fat
≈ 14.4 g

Approximate values based on the listed ingredients. Brands, cheese, portion size and preparation can change the values.

Calculation basis

Item weights and household measures are estimated. Unless specified: milk with 1.5% fat, cream with 30% fat and Gouda cheese. Optional ingredients, small amounts of seasoning and separately listed side dishes are excluded. For imprecise entries, the amounts below and comparable reference products are assumed. For alternatives, the first listed ingredient is used. Cooking losses have not been measured.

Quantity assumptions and ingredient mapping

  • 2 tbsp oil · ≈ 27.3 g
  • 1 tsp garlic powder · ≈ 3.0 g
  • 600-700g boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast · ≈ 650 g · Assumed quantity / reference product

Matvaretabellen: Mattilsynet · Santa Maria

Food data: Max Rubner-Institut, BLS 4.0 (2025), CC BY 4.0. Calculated and rounded for this recipe. BLS 4.0 · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

  • 600-700g boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt, pepper
  • optional: some BBQ rub

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and mix evenly with the oil and spices.
  2. Preheat the AirFryer to 190°C.
  3. Distribute the meat in the basket without stacking it too much.
  4. Cook for 16 to 22 minutes, depending on thickness, turning or shaking halfway through.
  5. Check the core temperature for larger pieces; the meat should be completely cooked.
  6. Let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve with dip, salad, chips or wraps.

Frequently asked questions

What side dish goes well?

Serve with dip, salad, chips or wraps.