Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
39 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
347 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs use a blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan to create a seasoned crust on bone-in chicken thighs. The chicken is tossed in olive oil and seasoning, then arranged in the air fryer basket for cooking. It starts skin side down to enhance skin crispness, then flipped to ensure even cooking until the internal temperature shows it is fully cooked. The air fryer method gives the chicken a balance of crispy skin and tender inside without excess oil.
The finished thighs have a textured, flavorful crust from the dry spices and cheese, while staying juicy inside. The crisp skin provides a contrast in texture, making these suitable for serving with fresh parsley garnish and alongside preferred dipping sauces. They can complement a variety of side dishes or act as a straightforward protein main.
No special preparation beyond seasoning and oiling the chicken is needed, and monitoring the temperature and crispness ensures successful results. The process offers a convenient alternative to pan-frying or oven roasting.
Ingredients
- 7-8 chicken thighs bone-in and skin on, you can also use chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian dried herbs
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese very finely grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- parsley fresh, for serving
- Dipping sauce fresh, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 370 degrees F.
- Mix seasoning ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Place chicken in a large bowl and toss with olive oil.
- Add the seasoning to the chicken and toss to coat well.
- Place the thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin side down, and at least 1-2 inches apart, cook for 15 minutes.
- Flip and cook an additional 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F and the skin is crispy.
- Serve with your favorite sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 347 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 347kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 130mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 132mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 716IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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