Description
Crispy golden, juicy boneless chicken thighs cooked in an air fryer for a fast, healthy meal. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and paprika, these thighs deliver restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for light coating)
Instructions
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels
In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper
Rub seasoning mixture evenly over chicken thighs
If using olive oil, lightly coat the air fryer basket (not the chicken)
Place thighs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overlapping
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and crust is golden
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
For extra crispiness, dry the chicken thoroughly before seasoning
Customize with herbs like thyme or rosemary
Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or in wraps
Can be frozen unfrozen for up to 3 months
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg