Description
Crispy air fryer chicken thighs are a quick and delicious meal option, offering juicy meat with a crunchy exterior that your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the seasoned thighs; massage to coat evenly.
- Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket skin-side down.
- Cook for about 25 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight.
- Feel free to experiment with different herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (170g)
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 116mg