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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs: 1 Crispy Meal

  • Author: Ennas Lopez
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: No specific diet mentioned

Description

Learn how to make crispy and juicy air fryer chicken thighs with this simple recipe. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or game-day snacks, these chicken thighs require minimal ingredients and cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 4 medium thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (optional)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, combine salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne (if using), and baking powder. Stir well.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and rub the spice mix all over the chicken, coating under some of the skin.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring no overlapping.
  5. Air fry at 400°F (205°C) for 9 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken thighs so they are skin-side up. Cook for an additional 7–9 minutes, or until the skin is deep golden brown and the thickest part of the thigh reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken thighs rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices. Squeeze lemon over the top if desired.

Notes

  • If your chicken thighs are very large, add 2–4 minutes to the cooking time and verify doneness with an instant-read thermometer. The safe internal temperature for poultry is 165°F (74°C).
  • For extra-crispy skin, you can leave the chicken thighs uncovered in the refrigerator for 30–60 minutes before cooking to dry the skin.
  • Ensure the air fryer basket is not crowded; cook in batches if needed for even browning. Air needs to circulate for best results.
  • If using boneless, skinless thighs, cook at 400°F (205°C) for about 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway, until they reach 165°F (74°C).
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: N/A
  • Sugar: N/A
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Fat: N/A
  • Saturated Fat: N/A
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: N/A
  • Fiber: N/A
  • Protein: N/A
  • Cholesterol: N/A

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