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Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Satisfying New Way to Make Your Best Dinner

Air Fryer Pesto Chicken recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dish
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Discover how to make Air Fryer Pesto Chicken for an easy dinner option perfect for weeknight or family dinners. This pesto chicken recipe delivers juicy, flavorful results quickly using your air fryer. Enjoy a hassle-free air fryer chicken dinner tonight.

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Warm the air fryer by setting it to 390F 200C and letting it run for 3 minutes.
  2. Dry the chicken thighs thoroughly, place them in a large bowl, and season them with salt and black pepper. Add the pesto and paprika, then use your hands to coat each piece evenly.
  3. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange the chicken thighs rounded side down, making sure they are spaced apart. Air fry at 390F for 8 minutes, flip the thighs with tongs, then continue cooking for 8 to 10 more minutes.
  4. Confirm the chicken has reached 165F internally using a meat thermometer and carefully remove the chicken using tongs as the basket will be 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

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