Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
168 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Description
The recipe begins by preheating the air fryer to 380°F, then seasoning bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with olive oil and a seasoning mix including salt, garlic powder, pepper, paprika, and oregano. The chicken cooks skin-side down initially to promote crispiness, then is flipped and cooked through until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
This method yields thighs with a crunchy exterior and tender interior, retaining moisture without frying in oil. The seasoning blend adds mild smokiness and herbaceous notes. Resting the chicken after cooking allows the juices to redistribute.
For frozen or boneless variations, timing and temperature adjustments are provided, ensuring versatility. Preheating the air fryer and flipping the thighs are key techniques to achieve crisp skin without burning the seasoning.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs 5-6 oz each, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasoning Blend (or use pre-made chicken seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet paprika
- ¼ teaspoon oregano dried
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
- Combine the seasoning mix in a small bowl.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Place them in a medium bowl and toss with olive oil. Sprinkle both sides generously with seasoning.
- Place chicken thighs in the basket, skin-side down, and cook for 12 minutes. Flip them over and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Transfer the chicken to a place and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Cooking times vary based on chicken thigh size and air fryer model; always check for an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Frozen thighs can be cooked at 360°F for 25-28 minutes; boneless skinless thighs are cooked at 400°F for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Preheating the air fryer before cooking improves texture and cooking consistency.
- Starting skin-side down and flipping helps create crisp skin while preventing seasoning from burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 168 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 101mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 284mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 53IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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