Description
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe delivers juicy, golden‑brown chicken in minutes. This easy, high‑protein dinner uses boneless, skinless thighs seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper and dried thyme, then air‑fried to a crunchy perfection. Perfect for busy families, it requires only a tablespoon of oil and a quick 20‑minute cook, making it an ideal weeknight meal that pairs well with veggies or salads. Serve with rice, steamed veggies, or a side salad
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat evenly.
- Place thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook 18‑20 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and thighs are golden brown.
- Rest 3‑5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- pat the chicken dry before seasoning. Adjust spice level with a pinch of cayenne if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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