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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs | Crispy, Juicy & Easy Recipe

These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are perfectly seasoned with garlic, paprika, and herbs, then air fried until the skin is crispy and the meat is incredibly juicy. Ready in just 25 minutes, they're an easy, family-friendly dinner that pairs with almost any side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Resting time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 365
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer 4–6 quart or larger
  • 1 Mixing Bowl Coat the chicken
  • 1 Measuring Spoons Seasonings
  • 1 Tongs Flip chicken halfway
  • 1 Instant-Read Thermometer Chicken should reach 165°F

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.Rub with olive oil.Mix the garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper.Coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning blend.Arrange the thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket.Cook for 10 minutes.Flip and cook another 8–10 minutes, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Bone-in thighs stay juicier than boneless.
  • Don't overcrowd the basket.
  • Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving.
  • Leftovers reheat well in the air fryer.
    Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning for the crispiest skin.