Barbecue Chicken Thighs
An easy and flavorful recipe for crispy and tender chicken thighs cooked in a Ninja Air Fryer, coated in rich barbecue sauce, perfect for family dinners and summer BBQs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 teaspoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 0.5 cup barbecue sauce Use your favorite store-bought or homemade barbecue sauce.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer: Set your Ninja air fryer to 375 degrees on the Air Crisp setting.
- Season the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture thoroughly over the chicken thighs.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Once the initial cooking time has passed, remove the chicken and baste with barbecue sauce on both sides.
- Return the chicken to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2 to 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Notes
Increase Air Crisp time for extra crispiness but avoid overcooking. Let the chicken rest after cooking for juicier meat.