Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are a quick and delicious main course option that delivers perfectly crispy skin and juicy meat. Seasoned with a blend of spices, these thighs are cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer, making them a flavorful and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken.
Ingredients
Bone-In Chicken Thighs:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasoning:
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
Lemon wedges and chopped parsley for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Create the Seasoning Paste: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the Chicken: Rub the seasoning paste all over the chicken thighs, ensuring even coating.
- Cook in the Air Fryer: Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the air fryer basket skin-side down and cook for 12 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 10–12 minutes until fully cooked.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the air fryer, let rest for 5 minutes, and garnish with lemon wedges and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Boneless thighs can be used—reduce cook time to about 14–16 minutes total.
- For extra crispy skin, pat chicken dry thoroughly before seasoning.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
