Description
These crispy air fryer chicken thighs are a quick and easy way to enjoy perfectly cooked chicken with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in (skin-on chicken thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or cooking spray)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat
- Optional: 1 teaspoon baking powder (for extra crispy skin)
Instructions
- Start by patting the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and baking powder (if using).
- Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 3–5 minutes.
- Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin-side down.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes, then flip the chicken so the skin side is facing up.
- Continue cooking for another 8–10 minutes.
- The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate internal temperature.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, crispy chicken, quick dinner, easy recipe