Description
A super flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe that comes together in about 30 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked preferred)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Drizzle the chicken thighs with olive oil.
- In a bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then rub the mixture evenly over each chicken thigh.
- Place the seasoned thighs in the air fryer basket skin-side up, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), flipping halfway through.
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with roasted veggies, salad, or mashed potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg