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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs arranged on a white plate garnished with fresh herbs and lemon wedges

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

This Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe takes just 27 minutes, offering a time-saving method to enjoy juicy, flavorful chicken with perfectly crispy skin. It’s the easy air fryer solution your weeknights need!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (trimmed of excess fat and skin)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Method
 

  1. Preheat: Set your air fryer to 380°F and preheat for 5 minutes.
  2. Season: Add the chicken thighs, salt, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and onion powder to a zip-top bag or a bowl with a lid. Shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Cook, Step 1: Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray (optional). Arrange the thighs skin-side down in a single layer. Cook for 12 minutes.
  4. Cook, Step 2: Flip the thighs skin-side up and cook for another 10-15 minutes. For extra crispness, extend cooking in 4-minute increments until satisfied.
  5. Check Temp: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Serve: Plate up and enjoy while the skin is still crispy and hot!

Notes

Always preheat your air fryer! This ensures the cooking environment is hot and ready, so your chicken crisps up beautifully from the start.