This Air Fryer Chicken, Chorizo & New Potatoes recipe combines crispy chicken thighs, smoky chorizo, and perfectly roasted vegetables for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you can create a dish that feels fancy enough for a weekend dinner but practical enough for weeknights.
What You Need
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Here’s what you’ll need to make this tasty recipe:
- 4 -8 chicken thighs (depending on size): Bone-in and skin-on for the best flavour and crispiness.
- 1 red onion: Chopped
- 2 sweet bell peppers: Use your favourite colours—red, yellow, green or orange.
- 500g new potatoes: Thinly sliced (around 0.5cm thick).
- 100–150g sliced chorizo: Choose mild or spicy depending on your taste.
- 2 tsp smoked paprika: Adds a smoky depth to the dish.
- 2 tsp garlic granules: For a hint of garlicky goodness.
- 2 tsp dried oregano: A classic herb that ties all the flavours together.
- 2 tbsp olive oil: Helps everything crisp up beautifully.
I used a Cosori Dual air fryer (pictured below) to make this recipe, it’s great as it has a removable divider which meant I could make use of a larger space.
However, you can use other air fryer models to make this recipe but if they are smaller you may need to cook in batches, cook less, or if you have a dual without the removable divider, cook in seperate compartments and combine at the end.
How To Make It
Prepare the Potatoes
In a large bowl, toss the sliced new potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon each of smoked paprika, garlic granules, and oregano. Make sure they’re evenly coated.
Pre-cook the Potatoes
Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 7–8 minutes at 200°C, shaking halfway through.
Season the Chicken
While the potatoes are cooking, pat the chicken thighs dry with kitchen roll. Brush or spray with olive oil, then season with the remaining smoked paprika, garlic granules, and oregano.
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Add the Chicken
After the potatoes have cooked for 7–8 minutes, place the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the potatoes. Cook together for 15 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Add Vegetables and Chorizo
Add the chopped peppers, onions, and sliced chorizo to the basket. Toss gently with the potatoes to coat them in the chorizo’s oils. Cook everything together for the final 10 minutes.
Check for Doneness
Ensure the chicken thighs have reached an internal temperature of 75°C. If needed, cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy
Plate up the chicken, potatoes, vegetables, and chorizo. Add some green vegetables or fresh salad as an optional side. Garnish with fresh herbs if you like.
Tips and Variations
- Spice It Up: Add a pinch of chilli flakes or cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning for a bit of heat.
- Vegetable Swaps: Feel free to add courgette, cherry tomatoes, or your favourite veg.
I hope you enjoy this air fryer recipe, let me know in the comments if you end up making it!
If you are looking for more chicken recipes for your air fryer you might like to try these:
- Air Fryer Hunters Chicken
- Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs
- Air Fryer Whole Chicken
- Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas
Air Fryer Chicken, Chorizo and New Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4-8 chicken thighs bone-in
- 1 red onions chopped
- 2 sweet bell peppers chopped
- 500 g new potatoes sliced thinly
- 100-150 g sliced chorizo
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp garlic granules
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Toss the sliced potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, garlic granules, and oregano. Cook for 7–8 minutes at 200°C, shaking halfway.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry, brush with olive oil, and season with the remaining spices. Add them to the air fryer on top of the potatoes. Cook for 15 minutes, turning the chicken halfway.
- Add the peppers, onions, and chorizo to the basket for the last 10 minutes. Toss to combine.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C. Serve immediately.
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