Air Fryer Pesto Chicken
Packed with flavor, these air fryer pesto chicken thighs are perfect for an easy family dinner!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 195kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup pesto more to preference
- ½ teaspoon sweet paprika or regular paprika
- pinch salt
- pinch black pepper
- olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer at 390F / 200C for 3 minutes.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and add to a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Spoon the pesto over the chicken thighs, and sprinkle on the sweet paprika (if using). Use your hands to coat the thighs in the pesto.
- Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray, then use tongs to place the chicken in the basket, rounded side down. Ensure the chicken thighs are in an even layer and with room between them. Air fry for 8 minutes at 390F, flip using tongs, then air fry for a further 8-10 minutes.
- Check for an internal temperature of 165F and use tongs to remove the chicken as the air fryer will be very hot.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of pesto to preference. The amount given coats the chicken, but add more if you like!
- Cook time will vary slightly depending upon the size of the chicken thighs. Air fry for longer if needed.
- Always check for an internal temperature of 165F at the deepest point of the chicken using a meat thermometer.
- Nutritional information is given as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
- pesto will depend upon ingredients used. My pumpkin seed pesto may be suitable, but check with a dietician.
- black pepper, which scores 2.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg