Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Boneless skinless chicken thighs in air fryer

Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

These air fryer boneless skinless chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful, and ready in 21 minutes. A simple spice mix gives them golden edges and makes them perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.

Recipe Developer-Estefania

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 16

Total Time 41

Ingredients

▢ 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
▢ ½ teaspoon salt
▢ ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
▢ ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
▢ 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Pat 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
Add ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Rub everything together until the chicken is evenly coated.
Let the chicken sit for 15 minutes while the air fryer preheats.
Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 390°F / 200°C for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dry the Chicken Well: Pat the chicken thighs dry before seasoning. I find the spices stick better and the outside browns more evenly in the air fryer.

Give the Chicken Space: Leave a little room between each piece in the basket. The chicken cooks more evenly when the hot air can circulate freely around it.

Flip Halfway Through: I always turn the chicken halfway through cooking because it helps both sides develop the same golden color.

Check the Thickest Part: Use a meat thermometer if you have one. I look for an internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C in the thickest part of the thigh.

Let It Rest: After cooking, I like to let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving so the juices stay in the meat instead of running onto the plate.

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