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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs that Everyone Will Love

Crispy air fryer chicken thighs that are juicy and gluten-free, perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For coating
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Secret ingredient for crispiness

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for about 5-6 minutes.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Mix together paprika, garlic powder, pepper, cumin, salt, and baking powder. Season the chicken thighs evenly on both sides.
  4. Place chicken thighs in the air fryer skin side up, and cook for 10 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 6-10 minutes until crispy.
  5. Check the internal temperature; it should reach at least 165°F (185-195°F for juiciness).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Pat chicken thighs dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness. Cooking times may vary based on size.

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