How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Thighs - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking chicken, few methods can deliver the juicy and crispy results of the air fryer. Don't be fooled by the name - air fryers don't actually fry your food. Instead, they use hot air to circulate around the food, creating a similar effect to deep frying but without the need for excessive oil. This makes it the perfect appliance for creating perfectly cooked and crispy chicken thighs.

Chicken thighs are a versatile and flavorful cut of meat. They are tender, juicy, a...

Read more Snack recipes

Ingredients

  • 4 skin-on, boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and brush skins with olive oil. Place chicken thighs, skin-side down, in a single layer on a plate.
  • Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle 1/2 of the seasoning mixture evenly over thighs. Turn thighs over and evenly sprinkle with remaining seasoning. Arrange thighs, skin-side up, in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until thighs are brown and the juices run clear, about 18 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    213 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 355mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 192mg