Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
18 mins
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Total Time
23 mins
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Servings
4 Chicken Thighs
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Calories
387 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Description
This recipe requires patting the chicken thighs dry to ensure crisping, then tossing them in olive oil combined with a spice blend including paprika, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. The brown sugar helps create a caramelized crust during cooking while the paprika and herbs contribute depth of flavor.
Chicken thighs are cooked skin-side down in the air fryer at 380°F for 10 minutes, then flipped to finish cooking for an additional 7–8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. This method yields skin that is browned and crisp with a juicy interior. The controlled heat of the air fryer allows crisping without excess oil.
These thighs can serve as a main protein for dinners or be sliced for salads, sandwiches, or bowls. The straightforward seasoning provides versatility when paired with various sides or sauces.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thigh bone-in
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs with a paper towel to dry. Add them to a medium sized bowl.
- In a small bowl combine paprika, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, and salt and pepper. Add the olive oil to the bowl of chicken and sprinkle with the seasonings and toss until fully coated.
- Place the chicken thighs skin side down in the basket of the air fryer. Cook at 380 degrees for 10 minutes. Flip after 10 minutes and continue to cook for 7-8 more minutes until no longer pink and the internal temperature is 165 degrees.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Chicken Thighs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 387 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 387kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 403mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 605IU | 12% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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