Crispy Air Fryer Chicken

• 1 kg chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper

👨‍🍳 Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pat the chicken dry thoroughly with paper towels

2. 2

   Mix olive oil with all the spices

3. 3

   Coat the chicken evenly with the spice mixture

4. 4

   Air fry at 200°C for 12 minutes per side

5. 5

   Check internal temperature reaches 75°C

💡 Chef's tip

The key is drying the chicken first: moisture is the enemy of crispiness. Pat dry with kitchen paper and leave uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes.

📝 Our take

The air fryer does its best work here: the skin comes out genuinely crispy without drowning the chicken in oil. The key is drying the thighs thoroughly beforehand — any moisture is the enemy of crunch. Juicy inside, satisfyingly crunchy outside.

🍷 Wine & food pairing

Ice-cold lager or a young white wine like Verdejo. Sparkling water with lemon also works brilliantly if skipping alcohol.