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Crispy Air Fried AIP Chicken Thighs 12
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5 from 7 votes

Crispy Air Fried AIP Chicken Thighs (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)

Modern healthy twist on traditional favorites that the whole family can eat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 678kcal
Author: Allianna Moximchalk
Cost: $6

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken thighs boneless
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup arrowroot powder or cassava flour
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • cooking oil spray

Instructions

For The Air Frying Option:

  • Add the added rack into your air fryer (this allows the chicken to cook on both sides.) Spray the rack. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the coconut milk in a small bowl. Then, place the arrowroot and spices in another bowl, and mix the mixture evenly with a fork. Trim any access fat off of the chicken thighs. Dip the chicken thighs in the coconut milk, then dip the thighs on both sides into the spice and arrowroot mixture. Let the chicken sit on a cutting board once it is coated for 5 minutes to allow the mixture to harden and re-dip the chicken in the cassava flour mixture. This will help the breading stick.
  • Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer for 10 minutes. After the 10 minutes is up, use your tongs and flip. Add the remaining arrowroot and herb mixture to the side and give the chicken a nice spray with your cooking oil of choice. This will prevent the chicken from drying out. Bake for another 10 minutes.

For The Oven Option:

  • Preheat the oven to 400. On a nonstick baking sheet spray the pan, then lay down your chicken thighs, spray the top with a quick spray of oil. Bake for 10 minutes, then flip. Add the remaining arrowroot/ herb mix to the other side as well as give it a generous spray of olive oil to prevent the chicken from burning. Cook the chicken for an additional 10 minutes. You will know if the chicken is done cooking once it reaches 165 degrees with a meat thermometer or the center is no longer pink.

Notes

Storage: This dish can be stored in an air tight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. 
Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is an estimate and the calorie count is not guaranteed.  It is based off of 3 servings.
Servings: This recipe should yield 3 servings. 

Nutrition

Serving: 5ounces | Calories: 678kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Cholesterol: 222mg | Sodium: 780mg | Potassium: 863mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 177IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 6mg