Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 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)
Description
This recipe calls for trimming excess fat from boneless, skinless chicken thighs, then seasoning them evenly with a blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. The air fryer is preheated to 380°F and lightly greased to prevent sticking. Chicken thighs are placed smoothly without overlap for even cooking.
The chicken is cooked for 10 minutes, flipped, and cooked an additional 4 to 5 minutes until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring fully cooked, juicy meat with slightly crisp edges. Finishing with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley gives a fresh contrast to the seasoned meat.
Careful arrangement and patting seasoning into the thighs ensures good adhesion and even flavor. Serving immediately preserves texture and juiciness. This method yields quick, flavorful chicken thighs suitable for a main dish or sliced in salads or wraps.
Leftovers store well refrigerated and can be reheated gently in the microwave or air fryer to retain moisture and texture.
Ingredients
- 5 - 6 chicken thighs excess fat trimmed off, boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 - 2 lemon for serving, plural
- parsley finely chopped, for serving, fresh
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
- Arrange chicken thighs without overlapping in the air fryer basket for even cooking and crispy edges.
- Remove skin before or after cooking if preferred skinless chicken.
- If no cooking spray is available, brush chicken lightly with olive oil and use parchment paper in the basket.
- Thaw frozen chicken thighs by refrigerating 24 hours or using cold water baths to avoid cross-contamination.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator up to 4 days; reheat in microwave or air fryer until warmed through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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