Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)
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5.0
231 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Lunch
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Cuisine
American, International
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)
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These 15-minute air fryer chicken thighs are super juicy with crispy edges and made with boneless and skinless chicken thighs. The perfect weeknight dinner and meal prep. No oil needed!
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Ingredients
- 5 - 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs excess fat trimmed off
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 - 2 lemons for serving
- fresh parsley finely chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F and lightly grease the basket with non-stick olive oil spray.
- Meanwhile, pat your chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and combine all your seasonings into a small bowl.
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs, using your fingers to gently pat the seasoning mixture onto each.
- Then, add the chicken thighs smooth side down into the preheated air fryer, ensuring they are NOT overlapping!
- Air fry for 10 minutes. Then, flip each chicken piece with tongs and an air fryer for 4 - 5 more until cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon, sprinkle of fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- No Overlapping: Arrange the chicken thighs in the air fryer without overlapping to ensure even cooking and a consistent crispy texture.
- Removing Skin: Yes, you can peel off the skin from chicken thighs if you purchase them with the skin on. Gently separate the skin from the meat using a sharp knife or your fingers. This can be done before or after cooking, depending on your preference for a skinless option.
- Substitute Avocado Oil Spray: If you don’t have cooking spray like avocado oil or olive oil spray, I recommend brushing the chicken thighs with a little olive oil and using parchment paper in your air fryer basket.
- Frozen Chicken Thighs: Thaw chicken thighs by refrigerating for 24 hours or using the microwave’s defrost setting. For a faster method, seal the thighs in a leak-proof bag and submerge in cold water, changing it every 30 minutes until thawed, ensuring no cross-contamination.
- Storing: Store leftover air fryer chicken thighs in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in the microwave for 45 – 90 seconds until warm. You can also reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4 – 6 minutes until warm.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
216kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
148mg
(49%)
Sodium
423mg
(18%)
Potassium
523mg
(15%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
303IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
43mg
(48%)
Calcium
40mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 148mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 423mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 523mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 303IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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231 reviews
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