Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

These air fryer chicken thighs are perfectly crispy on the outside and ridiculously juicy in the middle! Ready in just 12 minutes, it's easy to customize and perfect for dinner. Watch the video below to see how I make this in my kitchen.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 12

Total Time 17

Servings servings

Calories 249kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

4 small chicken thighs skin-on fillets * See notes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, add the chicken and oil and mix together. Add the salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and garlic powder and mix well.
Place chicken, skin side up, in an air fryer basket. Cook for 12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Be sure to flip halfway through.
Remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them sit for five minutes before serving.

Video

Notes

Chicken thighs and cooking time: I'm using 4-ounce chicken thighs, which cook in precisely 12 minutes. Larger thighs will take longer. Use a meat thermometer to double-check.
Boneless skinless chicken thighs: Works, but check at the 10-minute mark.
TO STORE: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days.
TO FREEZE: Place the cooked and cooled chicken in a ziplock bag and store it in the freezer for up to three months.
TO REHEAT: Thaw the frozen air fryer chicken thighs overnight before reheating in the air fryer, oven, or even microwave.

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