Crispy Air Fryer Skinless Chicken Thighs
A simple and satisfying dish featuring boneless skinless chicken thighs, seasoned to perfection and cooked in an air fryer for delightful crispiness, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (approx. 4-6 thighs, trimmed)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (or Avocado oil)
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon Dry Chicken Rub
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons Garlic Powder
- 2 tablespoons Roasted Garlic and Peppers Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Seasoning Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients together, ensuring that chicken thighs are trimmed of any excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry chicken rub, brown sugar, garlic powder, roasted garlic and peppers seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, chili powder, seasoning salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs, using your hands or a brush to coat them evenly.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the oiled chicken thighs and rub the spices into the meat.
Cooking
- Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in the basket of the air fryer, ensuring they are not crowded.
- Set the air fryer to the recommended cooking temperature and time, making sure the chicken thighs reach a safe internal temperature.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken thighs using tongs or a spatula and allow them to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Adjust seasoning according to taste. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer and let the chicken rest for improved juiciness and flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 27gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 680mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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