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    Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    Published: Oct 4, 2020 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 42 Comments

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    air fryer chicken thighs

    This Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe is a delicious and quick way to cook chicken thighs. It's the perfect easy chicken recipe to make on busy nights! The bone-in chicken thighs are so tender and juicy on the inside and crispy skin on the outside. It's also gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly!

    The best chicken thigh recipe.

    If you have recently purchased an air fryer and don't know what to cook with it, try this Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe!

    This quick chicken dinner recipe is perfect for a stress-free weeknight meal. It's a family-friendly dish, so hearty and comforting.

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    • Why You'll Love This Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe:
    • Ingredients
    • How to Cook Chicken Thighs in an Air Fryer:
    • What to Serve with Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
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    Why You'll Love This Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe:

    • Simple and quick. The chicken thighs cook faster in the air fryer than in the oven and the result is quite amazing! These chicken thighs only need about 18-25 minutes of cooking time at 400°F. In addition, an air fryer preheats quicker than a conventional oven. You will save a lot of time in the kitchen!
    air fryer chicken thighs.
    • No marinating required. The key is on the perfect chicken seasoning blend! Just rub the chicken with a simple spice blend and oil before cooking and you will have the most tender and flavorful meat!
    • Super Cheap Meal. Chicken thighs are very good meat and more affordable than chicken breasts. I bought the air-chilled Kirkland chicken thighs (bone-in and skin on) for $0.99 per pound at Costco in my area.
    Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    Ingredients

    Chicken Thighs: They are cheaper and easier to cook than chicken breasts. In this recipe, I used 2 pounds of skin-on and bone-in chicken thighs (7 small pieces) and seasoned them with the homemade rub.

    The homemade chicken seasoning blend consists of a combination of ground paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, olive oil, freshly crushed black peppercorn, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and kosher salt.

    This combination of spices really goes well with chicken! It's a keeper!

    air fryer chicken thighs

    How to Cook Chicken Thighs in an Air Fryer:

    The cooking process is very simple. So here are some important steps to follow from preparation to cooking the chicken thighs in an air fryer.

    • First, pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Set aside.
    Chicken Seasoning Blend
    • Second, in a small bowl, add ground paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, olive oil, freshly crushed black peppercorn, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and kosher salt. Mix until combined.
    Chicken and seasoning blend
    • Third, rub the seasoning blend all over the chicken thighs. Don't forget to rub under the skin.
    • Fourth, follow the owner's manual on how to preheat the air fryer. Set the temperature to 400°F.
    • Next, place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side up.
    • After that, cook for about 18-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Please note that cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the meat, and the type or brand of air fryer you are using. Therefore, always make sure that the internal temperature reaches 165°F regardless of cooking method and cooking temperature before serving.
    • Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
    How to Cook Chicken Thighs in an air fryer

    What to Serve with Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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    • Creamy Orzo Risotto

    Product used in this recipe: Ninja® Foodi™ Digital Air Fry Oven.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
    4.86 from 28 votes

    Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    Rika
    Crispy and Tender Air Fryer Chicken Thighs. The meat is flavorful. It's low carb and keto-friendly
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 18 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 573 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in and skin on, (about 7 small to medium pieces) Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels

    Seasoning Spice Blend:

    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • 1½ teaspoons onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
    • 1 teaspoon freshly crushed black peppercorn
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
    • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, mix all seasoning spice blend ingredients until combined. Rub it all over the chicken thighs, including under the skin.
    • Preheat the air fryer then set the temperature to 400°F. Lightly grease the basket or tray with oil.
    • Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side up. Working in multiple batches as needed. Cook the chicken thighs for 18-25 minutes or until the internal temperature registered at 165°F, rotate the chicken halfway through.

    Notes

    To bake in the oven: 
    • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
    • Place the chicken, breast side up on a prepared baking sheet.
    • Cook for about 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, is no longer pink and until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 573kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 37gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 222mgSodium: 1049mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 460IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, Crispy Chicken Thighs, How to Cook Chicken Thighs in an Air Fryer
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    1. Nikki Wayne

      October 06, 2020 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 10:56 am

        You're welcome, Nikki!

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    2. Terri A Steffes

      October 06, 2020 at 7:11 am

      We love our chicken thighs and so I am going to share this with my husband. I think this would be a great basic way to make your thighs. Thanks!

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      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 10:53 am

        You're welcome!

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    3. Lynndee

      October 06, 2020 at 8:56 am

      Those look good! I've been thinking about getting me an air fryer. We'll see.

      Reply
      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 10:54 am

        I think you should get it, Lynndee!

        Reply
    4. Bolupe

      October 06, 2020 at 12:18 pm

      I like the look of this air fryer chicken thigh, I will definitely be making this. I love my chicken to be spicy.

      Reply
      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 10:54 am

        The chicken thighs came out really crispy! Spicy taste sounds good to me too!

        Reply
    5. Swathi

      October 06, 2020 at 10:35 pm

      5 stars
      Air fryer chicken thighs looks delicious perfect for week night dinner.

      Reply
    6. Jessica Formicola

      October 07, 2020 at 6:12 am

      5 stars
      I've been making more and more recipes in my air fryer, now I have to try these chicken thighs! What a delicious and easy recipe!

      Reply
    7. Nathan

      October 07, 2020 at 11:26 am

      5 stars
      Wow, this looks absolutely delicious! The air fryer option is great for getting rid of some of that oil, and I love that you've included oven directions as well!

      Reply
      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 11:00 am

        Absolutely! Use little oil and save on calories!

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    8. Emmeline

      October 07, 2020 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      This chicken looks YUMMY! I need some of this right now. Thanks for including instructions for making it in the oven since I sadly don't have an airfryer yet..

      Reply
      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 11:00 am

        It works perfectly in the oven as well!

        Reply
    9. Cathleen

      October 07, 2020 at 11:49 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is making me want to buy an air fryer so bad! Looking forward to Black Friday for a deal on air fryers!!

      Reply
      • Rika Livingston

        October 14, 2020 at 11:01 am

        I am sure they will have the best sale for air fryer on Black Friday!

        Reply
    10. Katie

      October 07, 2020 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      Looks so yummy and unique! Can't wait to try this one.

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