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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe

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Crispy and juicy air fryer chicken thighs seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, smoked paprika, and onion powder. This quick and easy recipe delivers perfectly cooked chicken with crispy skin in under 30 minutes using an air fryer.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. If your air fryer doesn’t have a pre-heat feature, run it at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes before adding the chicken to ensure even cooking.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture, which helps achieve crispy skin.
  3. Oil the chicken: Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub it thoroughly into the skin to help the seasonings adhere and promote crispiness.
  4. Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and black pepper to create a flavorful rub.
  5. Season the chicken: Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure to cover both sides and underneath the skin for maximum flavor.
  6. Cook skin-side down: Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket with the skin side down, and cook for 12 minutes to start rendering the fat and crisping the underside.
  7. Flip and finish cooking: Turn the chicken thighs skin-side up and continue cooking for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the skin is golden crispy.
  8. Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure to pat the chicken dry thoroughly to ensure crispy skin.
  • You can adjust the seasoning mix to your taste, adding cayenne for heat or herbs for extra aroma.
  • If cooking more chicken, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken has reached a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Letting the chicken rest after cooking improves juiciness and flavor.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/air-fryer-chicken-thighs-recipe/