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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Avocado Crema
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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Avocado Crema

40 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • bone-in chicken thighs (skin on)Meat8 pieces
  • olive oilPantry30 ml
  • saltSpices8 g
  • garlic powder (generous amount)Spices8 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices6 g
  • dried oreganoSpices4 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices2 g
  • baking powderPantry8 g
  • avocado (ripe, pitted)Produce2 pieces
  • lime juice (freshly squeezed)Produce30 ml
  • sour creamDairy100 g
  • salt (for the crema)Spices2 g

per serving

Nutrition

486kcal

Carbs
8 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
36 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Blender

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • Place the bone-in chicken thighs in a bowl.
    • Add the olive oil, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper and baking powder.
    • Massage the seasonings into the chicken until evenly coated.
    Step 1
  2. Air fry until crispy

    • Arrange the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    • Air fry at 200 °C until golden and crispy, turning halfway through.
    • Alternatively, bake in the oven at the same temperature.
    Step 2
  3. Make the avocado crema

    • Blend the avocado, lime juice, sour cream and salt until smooth and creamy.
    Step 3
  4. Plate and serve

    • Spread the avocado crema over the bottom of a plate.
    • Top with the crispy chicken and enjoy.
    Step 4