Description
Enjoy crispy and juicy chicken thighs made easily in your air fryer. This recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can pat the chicken skin dry before seasoning.
- Cooking times may vary based on the size of the chicken thighs.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 90
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