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Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Thighs Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24 minutes
  • Total Time: 34 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken with irresistibly crispy skin using simple seasonings and quick cooking in the air fryer. Perfect for an easy and flavorful dinner, these bone-in, skin-on thighs are seasoned with garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and thyme, then air fried to perfection in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken Thighs

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Seasoning & Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for 3 to 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve crispier skin.
  3. Make the seasoning paste: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
  4. Season the chicken: Rub the seasoning paste evenly all over the chicken thighs, making sure to coat both sides thoroughly for maximum flavor.
  5. Arrange in air fryer basket: Place the thighs skin-side down in a single layer inside the preheated air fryer basket to start cooking the skin side first.
  6. Cook first side: Air fry for 12 minutes, allowing the skin to crisp and the chicken to start cooking through.
  7. Flip and finish cooking: Turn the chicken thighs over and cook for an additional 10 to 12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
  8. Rest before serving: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes to redistribute juices, ensuring moist, flavorful meat. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • You can substitute boneless thighs but reduce cooking time by 3 to 5 minutes to avoid drying out.
  • For extra crispy skin, lightly spray the chicken with oil before air frying.
  • Pair with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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