Juicy Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Extra Crispy Perfection
Get crispy, juicy jerk chicken fast with this Air-Fryer-Dinners recipe. Perfect for weeknights, packed with Caribbean spice and ready in minutes.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs skinless, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp jerk seasoning store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp olive oil for coating
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine jerk seasoning, olive oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lime juice to create a marinade.
- Add chicken thighs to the bowl, coat evenly, and let marinate for at least 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange marinated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, then flip pieces and cook for another 10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.