Air Fryer Jerk Chicken 1770080270781 26q3
A spicy, aromatic Jamaican-inspired chicken dish optimized for a crispy finish in the air fryer.

Total
40 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken thighs, bone-in skin-on
- 3 tablespoons Jerk seasoning paste
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the jerk paste, olive oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and spices.
- 3
Coat the chicken thoroughly in the marinade, ensuring it gets under the skin; marinate for at least 30 minutes if time permits.
- 4
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- 5
Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side down.
- 6
Air fry for 12 minutes, then flip the chicken to skin-side up.
- 7
Cook for an additional 10-13 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is charred.
- 8
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
410
21% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 840 mg |
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