Air Fryer Caribbean Spiced Chicken

Air Fryer Caribbean Spiced Chicken is a flavorful, easy dish with a fragrant blend of warm spices. Juicy chicken thighs cook quickly in the air fryer for a perfectly seasoned, crisp finish. No marinating needed, just simple prep and bold flavor in every bite. Great for serving with rice, in wraps, or as a meal prep option.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Caribbean

Keyword Air Fryer Caribbean Spiced Chicken

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings (6 oz portions)

Calories 254kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

baking sheet Holds the chicken while it rests and absorbs seasoning.
measuring cups and spoons For balanced seasoning.
mixing bowls For mixing and coating the spice blend.
Air Fryer Cooks the chicken fast while keeping it juicy.
pastry brush Helps evenly coat the chicken with oil.

Ingredients

3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thigh fillets (thigh fillets are thinner than regular-sized thighs)
table salt
coarse ground black pepper
1 tbsp. ground coriander
1 tbsp. ground cinnamon
1 tbsp. cayenne pepper
1-1/2 tsps. ground ginger
1-1/2 tsps. ground nutmeg
3 tbsps. coconut oil melted, or any high temperature oil

Instructions

Remove the chicken from its packaging and pat it dry. Place it on a large baking sheet lined with paper towels to absorb any excess moisture. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Let the chicken sit for 30 minutes so it’s not too cold when going into the air fryer.
3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thigh fillets, coarse ground black pepper, table salt
In a small bowl, combine coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, ginger, and nutmeg. Coat each piece of chicken with the spice mixture, then brush both sides with coconut oil.
1 tbsp. ground coriander , 1 tbsp. ground cinnamon, 1 tbsp. cayenne pepper, 1-1/2 tsps. ground ginger, 1-1/2 tsps. ground nutmeg, 3 tbsps. coconut oil
Place four pieces of chicken in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap (it's okay if they touch). Air fry at 390°F for 10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the basket and transfer it to an oven-safe dish, covering it tightly with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining chicken.

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