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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs – Easy Family Favorite

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These crispy air fryer chicken thighs are quick, easy, and deliver perfectly crunchy skin with juicy, tender meat. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re a weeknight dinner win that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional for serving)
  • Lemon wedges (optional for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried thyme.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub it all over each piece.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken and rub it in, coating all sides.
  6. Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side down, in a single layer without overcrowding.
  7. Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 12 minutes.
  8. Carefully flip the chicken using tongs so the skin side is facing up.
  9. Continue cooking for another 10-14 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
  10. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
  11. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, dry the chicken thoroughly and do not overcrowd the basket. If skin isn’t crispy enough after cooking, give it an extra 2-3 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F (177°C) for 3-4 minutes.

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