Buffalo Chicken Thighs Crispy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main
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4 chicken thighs
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1/4 cup buffalo sauce
→ Spice Rub
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine all spice rub ingredients in a small bowl and mix thoroughly until well integrated.
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Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Generously coat all sides of the chicken with the prepared spice rub.
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Preheat air fryer or oven to 190°C (375°F).
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Place chicken thighs in the preheated air fryer with skin side down and cook for 12 minutes. Flip to skin side up and continue cooking for another 12-14 minutes until chicken reaches proper internal temperature.
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Place chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet and cook for 25-30 minutes until thoroughly cooked. Do not flip the chicken to maintain crispy skin.
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Once the chicken is cooked, either toss thighs in buffalo sauce to fully coat or drizzle sauce over the top according to preference.