Description
This air fryer chicken and potatoes recipe offers a quick and easy meal featuring crispy skin-on chicken thighs paired with tender, seasoned baby potatoes. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, the recipe uses simple spices and fresh rosemary to enhance natural flavors while cooking everything conveniently in the air fryer for a delicious and healthy dish.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
Potatoes
- 500 grams (about 1 pound) baby potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- Season the chicken: Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the chicken. Toss thoroughly until the chicken is well coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash the baby potatoes well; cut the larger ones in half to ensure even cooking. In a separate bowl, toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to coat them evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and preheat for about 5 minutes to ensure optimal cooking temperature.
- Arrange the ingredients: Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side up in the air fryer basket. Surround the chicken with the potatoes and add fresh rosemary sprigs on top for aroma.
- Cook the meal: Air fry the chicken and potatoes for 25-30 minutes. Check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 75°C (165°F) for safe consumption and that the chicken skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Rest and serve: Remove the cooked chicken and potatoes from the air fryer. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh rosemary with dried rosemary if fresh is unavailable.
- To ensure even cooking, cut larger potatoes into halves or quarters.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to guarantee it is fully cooked.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste according to dietary preferences.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the air fryer or oven to maintain crispiness.
