The BEST Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
BBQ chicken in the air fryer is a fair match for the grill or oven any day - without the mess! Crispy bone-in chicken paired with your favorite BBQ sauce is a great choice for gameday, a weeknight dinner, or a meal prep option in your fridge. Enjoy this flavorful dish with minimal effort!
Servings 4
Calories 458kcal
Equipment
- basting brush
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in skin on chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon herb and garlic seasoning
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Sprinkle chicken evenly with seasoning
- Place chicken thighs in air fryer basket and set to 375 ℉
- Cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 ℉ (about 15-18 minutes)
- Remove and brush each piece of chicken with BBQ sauce
- Return chicken to air fryer and cook for 2-3 more minutes
- Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving
Notes
- Substitute reduced or no-sugar BBQ sauce if needed.
- Cooking time may vary based on the size, thickness, and cut of the chicken.
- To prevent sticking, lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil or use parchment liners.
- Avoid overcrowding to allow the air to circulate evenly while cooking.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, use your preferred option:
- air fryer at 350 ℉ for 3-5 minutes
- oven at 350 ℉ for 10 minutes (covered with foil)
- microwave in short intervals to prevent drying out.
Nutrition
Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 189mg | Sodium: 333mg | Potassium: 464mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 458IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg