Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Juicy and Crispy!)

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you will love this Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe Ready to eat in just 30 minutes with minimal preparation.manufacture Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer very similar Air Fryer Chicken Thighs or chicken breast, you can make them with bone-in thighs or boneless. Try them for an easy dinner or a meal to get them ready for a healthy lunch.

ingredients you need

This section explains how to choose the best chicken thigh ingredients in the air fryer, what each ingredient does in a recipe, and substitution options. See recipe card below for measurements.

• chicken thigh – For best flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs with the skin on. Boneless drumsticks also work in this recipe, but the cooking time will be much faster (see timing suggestions below). If possible, choose chicken thighs that are similar in size so they cook at the same speed.
• Avocado Oil – or olive oil.
• spices – sea ​​salt, dried thyme leaves, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powderand Black pepper.

How to Cook Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer

This section shows how to make air fryer drumsticks with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. See the recipe card below for full instructions.

1. Seasoned chicken. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl and drizzle with avocado oil. Sprinkle with salt, dried thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and black pepper. Mix and apply.
2. arrange. Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid crowding. (You want to leave some space between the pieces.)

3. Air fryer. Cook the chicken in the air fryer, flipping during cooking.
4. rest. Remove the basket and let the chicken sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to settle and make the chicken more juicy.

Frequently Asked Questions

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about cooking bone-in chicken thighs in the air fryer…

How long does it take to air fry chicken thighs?

Bone-in chicken thighs in the air fryer will take about 22-24 minutes. Boneless thighs will take about 12-14 minutes.

What is the temperature to cook bone-in chicken thighs in an air fryer?

Cook chicken in an air fryer preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Can you cook frozen chicken thighs in an air fryer?

Yes, you can air fry frozen chicken thighs. Cooking time will take about 25-35 minutes, depending on the size of the thighs.

Can you cut other chicken this way?

Yes, this method works for other chicken nuggets.you can also make Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (or bone-in thighs) with garlic herb butter under the skin for extra flavor.

Tips for the Best Air Fryer Thighs

Follow these tips for the best air fryer thighs:

• Pat the chicken skin dry. Dry the chicken with a paper towel before seasoning to make sure the chicken is crispy.
• Don’t crowd the air fryer. Leave some space between the chicken pieces to allow the skin to crisp up.
• Flip to half. Flipping the chicken helps it cook more evenly. But it doesn’t matter if you put it skin down or up first.
• use one meat thermometer. It ensures that your meat is cooked to perfection. Cook to an internal temperature of 175-180 degrees Fahrenheit. (Cooking them to this higher temperature helps break down the connective tissue, which will result in juicier, more tender chicken thighs.)

Storage Instructions

• For leftovers: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
• Reheat: Reheat chicken again in the air fryer (I found 350 works best for reheating), or in a 350°F oven.
• freeze: Wrap chicken thighs tightly in plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn, place in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Air Fried Chicken Thighs

Serve Chicken Thighs healthy side dishes, such as those below.Or if you like side dishes in the air fryer, check out my other one Air Fryer Recipes idea.

More Air Fryer Recipes

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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Juicy and Crispy!)

For the juiciest chicken ever, make bone-in chicken thighs in the air fryer! This air fryer chicken thigh recipe makes an easy healthy dinner in 30 minutes.

Prepare: 5 minute

Cook: twenty two minute

All: 27 minute

Serving Size: 8 (Adjust the scale recipe)

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Tap the time in the instructions below to start the kitchen timer while cooking.

1. warm up Air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius).

2. Put the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil and toss to coat.

3. Season chicken with salt, dried thyme, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix and apply again.

4. Place the drumsticks in the air fryer in a single layer so that there is minimal, if any, contact between them. (Work in batches if desired; don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.)

5. air fryer drumsticks 22-24 minutesTurn after 11 minutes.

6. Remove chicken from air fryer and rest 5 minutes Before serving.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving Sizes in Recipe Instructions Above.

Calories 243

fat 19.5 grams

protein 15.7G

total carbohydrates 0.7g

net carbs 0.5g

fiber 0.2g

sugar 0.1g

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