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These Air Fryer Chicken Quarters have a flavorful dry rub that helps lock in the flavor while ensuring a crispy skin. Using the air fryer is one of the best ways to cook chicken quarters. Give it a try and you’ll see.
These chicken quarters make for a tasty dinner choice. They’re simple and fast to cook, turning out juicy and delicious. Serve them with a variety of sides, such as crispy potatoes and onions or baby carrots.
Why You’ll Love It
- Irresistible Crunch: Imagine biting into a piece of perfectly cooked chicken with a crisp, golden-brown exterior. Air frying achieves that satisfying crunch without the excessive grease of deep frying.
- Tender and Juicy: These chicken quarters retain their incredible tenderness and juiciness, ensuring that every bite is a succulent delight without any concerns of dryness.
- Convenience and Speed: Cooking crispy chicken quarters in an air fryer is not just about taste; it’s also about convenience. Within minutes, you can have a plate of crispy chicken quarters ready to devour.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Chicken quarters – If you are unfamiliar, a chicken quarter includes the thigh and drumstick in one piece. I can often find them at the grocery store with 4 in a package.
- Dry Rub: I like to use this homemade chicken dry rub. It contains smoked paprika, flour, garlic powder, celery salt, onion powder, mustard powder, ground black pepper, ground ginger, oregano, thyme, basil, salt, and cayenne pepper.
Equipment Information
- Air fryer: I use the 5.5-quart Ninja MaxXL basket-style air fryer. Angie uses this 5-quart Cosori Pro LE air fryer. We also both occasionally use the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill that has an air fryer setting.
- Kitchen tongs: It’s very easy to remove food from your air fryer with kitchen tongs. I use these kitchen tongs that are silicon coated so they don’t scratch the interior.
- Meat thermometer: The only way to tell if meat is fully cooked to the right temperature is to use a meat thermometer. I use this Instant Read thermometer. It’s so quick to open the basket and check the temp.
Helpful Tips
- Don’t crowd the basket. Allow room for air to circulate around each piece of chicken.
- Place the temperature probe in the thickest part of the chicken without hitting the bone for the most accurate reading.
- Allow the dry rub to sit on the chicken for as long as possible. It will build extra flavor.
- Air fryers come in different wattages, which can affect their cooking power. You may need to cook your food more or less than I do, based on your air fryer’s wattage. Times and temps are a general guideline.
Oven Directions
Don’t have an air fryer? No problem!
Preheat the oven to 350° F (180° C). Season the chicken with the dry rub. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes.
Set the chicken in a baking dish or roasting pan. Cook for 30 minutes. Confirm that the internal temperature of the chicken has risen to 165° F (75° C). If not, continue cooking at 5 minute intervals until done.
Allow the chicken to rest for 5-10 minutes before eating.
Air Fryer Chicken Quarters
Equipment
- Kitchen Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 chicken quarters
- 1/4 cup (18 g) chicken dry rub
Instructions
- Season the chicken with the dry rub. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes.
- Position the chicken quarters inside the air fryer basket with enough space for air to circulate around each piece. If you are cooking 4 quarters, depending on the size of your air fryer, you might need to cook them in two separate batches.
- Cook on 400˚F (204˚C) for 20 minutes. Flip the chicken and continue cooking for 10-12 more minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Don’t crowd the basket. Allow room for air to circulate around each piece of chicken.
- Place the temperature probe in the thickest part of the chicken without hitting the bone for the most accurate reading.
- Allow the dry rub to sit on the chicken for as long as possible. It will build extra flavor.
- Air fryers come in different wattages, which can affect their cooking power. You may need to cook your food more or less than I do, based on your air fryer’s wattage. Times and temps are a general guideline.
All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.
Nutrition
Cooking Temperature for Chicken
To ensure that chicken is cooked safely and properly, it should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Using a food thermometer, insert it into the thickest part of the meat without touching the bone to accurately measure the internal temperature.
To ensure meat at the bone is no longer pink, you’d want to cook bone-in pieces, like thighs and wings, to 165°F (74°C) and let it rest to come up to 170°F (77°C).
How to Store
If you’re storing the chicken in the fridge, place it in an airtight container or wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out. Store the chicken in the fridge for up to three to four days.
If you’re storing the chicken in the freezer, place it in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag. Frozen grilled chicken can last up to three to four months in the freezer.
How to Reheat
You can reheat your chicken in the oven, on the stovetop, or in the microwave.
- Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), cover the chicken with foil to prevent it from drying out, and heat it until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Depending on the size and quantity of your leftovers, this can take 10-20 minutes.
- Stovetop: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil or broth to prevent the chicken from drying out, then add your chicken. Cook it, stirring occasionally, until it’s heated through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Microwave: Put the chicken in a microwave-safe dish, cover it with a microwave-safe lid or wrap it with microwave-safe plastic wrap, and heat it on medium power, stirring occasionally, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Be careful not to overcook it, as microwaves can dry out chicken quickly.
What Side Dishes to Serve?
You can serve some really easy side dishes with your main dish cooked in the Air Fryer. Sometimes, you can cook them together in the air fryer to make it even faster.
Some of our favorite side dishes to serve include:
- Air fryer cauliflower
- Air fryer baked potatoes
- Brussels sprouts
- Corn on the cob
- Crispy smashed potatoes
- Cottage fries
Here are 30 more air fryer side dishes to try
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Angela is a talented home cook and passionate advocate for healthy, flavorful cooking in the air fryer. She shares her favorite air fryer recipes and helpful tips for using this versatile kitchen appliance to create delicious, nutritious meals.