Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are a weeknight lifesaver—crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and done in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy families, they're simple, flavorful, and endlessly adaptable.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Course Dinner, Main

Cuisine American

Servings thighs

Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

Air Fryer
Paper Towels
Tongs

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
0.5 tsp onion powder
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels. Dry skin helps achieve crispiness.
Rub thighs with olive oil, then sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Coat evenly on all sides.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Place the chicken thighs skin side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes. Flip the thighs skin side up and cook for another 12–14 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and keeps the meat tender.

Notes

Want extra crispiness? Add a sprinkle of grated parmesan during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Try variations like honey-soy glaze or Italian herb seasoning to keep things fresh every time you make it.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 250mgVitamin A: 290IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Keyword air fryer, chicken thighs, easy dinner, Quick

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