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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)

This Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe is the ultimate weeknight dinner saver juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for anyone looking for easy, low-fat, boneless chicken recipes with bold flavor and no fuss.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Rest Time 3 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs about 1½ lbs total
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels for optimal crispiness.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss chicken thighs with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed.
  5. Air fry for 10 minutes, flip, then cook an additional 6–8 minutes or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let rest for 2–3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Tip: For bone-in skinless chicken thighs, add 2–3 extra minutes per side. To reduce fat further, use light cooking spray instead of olive oil. Customize with lemon zest or oregano for a Mediterranean flair.