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Air Fryer Jerk Chicken Thighs and Pineapple Salsa
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 small jalapeno, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle the jerk seasoning and salt over the chicken, then rub everything evenly to coat each piece well.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F. Arrange the seasoned thighs in a single layer in the basket without overlapping.
  • Air fry the chicken for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F and the edges look crispy.
  • While the chicken cooks, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and minced jalapeno in a separate bowl. Stir gently and set aside.
  • Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 2 minutes. Spoon the pineapple salsa over each thigh before serving.

Notes

Fresh pineapple gives the salsa the best texture and sweetness, so avoid canned fruit if possible. If your jerk seasoning is very spicy, start with a lighter coating and add more after tasting. Leftovers reheat nicely in the air fryer for a few minutes to bring back the crisp edges without drying out the chicken.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Equipment: Air Fryer, Mixing Bowl, Knife