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Honey BBQ Chicken Thighs cooked in an air fryer, golden brown and delicious.

Honey BBQ Chicken Thighs

A delightful blend of honey and BBQ sauce creates sweet and tangy chicken thighs that are tender and juicy, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 305 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 8 pieces boneless chicken thighs tender and juicy
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil adds moisture
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon paprika provides warmth and color
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon pepper adds a bit of heat
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce provides sweetness and depth
  • 2 tablespoons honey adds sweetness and stickiness

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your air fryer to a suitable temperature.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the avocado oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the boneless chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the seasoning mixture.

Cooking

  • Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Cook the chicken thighs until they begin to brown and become golden, checking intermittently.
  • Brush the chicken thighs with BBQ sauce and return to the air fryer.
  • Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce caramelizes and adheres to the chicken.
  • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few moments before serving.

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest after cooking for enhanced juiciness. Feel free to customize the amount of BBQ sauce and honey to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 25gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 540mgSugar: 12g
Keyword Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, BBQ Chicken, comfort food, easy dinner, honey bbq chicken
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