Air Fryer Paprika Chicken

Ingredients

• 6 Chicken thighs (skin-on)
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Dried parsley
• 0.5 tsp Fresh thyme (for the chicken marinade)
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 6 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 lemon Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Avocado oil (for the chicken marinade)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Yellow potatoes (peeled and cut into chunks or quarters)
• 1 tbsp Avocado oil (for the potatoes)
• Garlic salt (to taste)
• 0.5 tsp Fresh Thyme leaves (for the potatoes)

Steps

1. 1

   In a large bowl, season the chicken thighs with lemon juice, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, dried parsley, 1/2 tsp fresh thyme, garlic powder, minced garlic, olive oil, avocado oil, salt, and black pepper. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated.

2. 2

   Peel the yellow potatoes and cut them into uniform chunks or quarters.

3. 3

   Add the cut potatoes to the bottom of the air fryer basket. Season with 1 tbsp avocado oil, garlic salt, and 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves.

4. 4

   Toss the potatoes directly in the basket to coat them evenly with the oil and seasonings.

5. 5

   Lay the marinated chicken on top of the potatoes with the skin side facing down. This allows the juices to baste the skin as it cooks.

6. 6

   Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.

7. 7

   Flip the chicken so the skin side is now facing up.

8. 8

   Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for another 10 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

9. 9

   Remove the chicken from the basket and set aside to rest.

10. 10

    Optionally, return the potatoes to the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 5–7 minutes to give them an extra crispy crust.

Notes

Check for doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F/74°C at the thickest part). If you don't have an air fryer, this can be prepared in the oven, though it may take 20-30 minutes longer. You can also add carrots to the potato layer if desired.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• air-fryer
• dinner
• quick-meal
• gluten-free
• one-pan