Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)
Introduction
Welcome to a simple and delicious recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Thighs! This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week. With minimal ingredients and a short cooking time, you’ll have a flavorful and juicy meal ready in under 30 minutes. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 5 – 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs (excess fat trimmed off) 🍗
- 1 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
- 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- 1 tsp onion powder 🧅
- 1 tsp salt 🧂
- ½ tsp black pepper 🌶️
- 1 – 2 lemons, for serving 🍋
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for serving 🌿
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare the Air Fryer
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Lightly grease the basket with non-stick olive oil spray. 🔥
2. Prepare the Chicken Thighs
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. 🧻
- In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Season the Chicken
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs with the seasoning mixture.
- Use your fingers to gently pat the seasoning onto each thigh. ✋
4. Air Fry the Chicken
- Place the chicken thighs smooth side down into the preheated air fryer basket.
- Ensure the chicken pieces are not overlapping. 🧺
5. Cook the Chicken
- Air fry the chicken for 10 minutes.
- Flip each piece with tongs and air fry for an additional 4 – 5 minutes.
- The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). 🔄⏲️
6. Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the chicken immediately with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of finely chopped parsley. 🍋🌿
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Calories: Approximately 210 Kcal per serving
- Servings: 4-6 servings
Conclusion
These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are a delightful and easy way to enjoy a healthy meal with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, they are sure to become a staple in your weekly meal rotation. Give this recipe a try and let me know how it turns out in the comments below!
Happy cooking!
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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 4-6 1x
Ingredients
5 – 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs, excess fat trimmed off 🍗
1 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
1 tsp onion powder 🧅
1 tsp salt 🧂
½ tsp black pepper 🌶️
1 – 2 lemons, for serving 🍋
Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for serving 🌿
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and lightly grease the basket with non-stick olive oil spray. 🔥
2️⃣ Meanwhile, pat your chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and combine all your seasonings into a small bowl. 🧻
3️⃣ Season both sides of the chicken thighs, using your fingers to gently pat the seasoning mixture onto each. ✋
4️⃣ Add the chicken thighs smooth side down into the preheated air fryer, ensuring they are NOT overlapping! 🧺
5️⃣ Air fry for 10 minutes. Then, flip each chicken piece with tongs and air fry for 4 – 5 more minutes until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). 🔄⏲️
6️⃣ Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. 🍋🌿
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 Kcal