Description
These Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs are perfectly seasoned, incredibly juicy, and quick to make in under 20 minutes. A no-fuss, high-flavor dish that’s great for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or when you want crispy, tender chicken fast.
Ingredients
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (organic or conventional)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp dry mustard powder
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
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Make the Spice Blend: In a small bowl, whisk together salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, mustard powder, and cayenne until evenly mixed.
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Season the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle the spice blend over top. Rub the spice mix into each thigh by hand to ensure even coating throughout.
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Preheat Air Fryer: Heat your air fryer to 400 °F (about 200 °C) for 2–3 minutes.
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Cook the Thighs: Place three chicken thighs smooth-side down in a single, uncrowded layer in the air fryer basket.
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Flip & Finish: Flip the thighs and air fry for another 5–6 minutes, or until the internal temperature hits 165 °F (74 °C).
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Rest & Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy and tender.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if needed.
Use smoked paprika for a deeper flavor twist.
For thicker thighs, add 2–3 minutes to cook time.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 159 kcal
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g