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4) Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Thighs

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/3 cup Frank's-style hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for serving

Method
 

  1. Pat thighs dry and rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  3. Place thighs skin-side down in a single layer; cook 10 minutes.
  4. Flip and cook an additional 8–10 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F and skin is crisp.
  5. Whisk hot sauce and melted butter together; toss hot thighs in sauce to coat.
  6. Serve with ranch or blue cheese and celery.