Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Boneless skinless chicken thighs in air fryer

Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Juicy air fryer boneless skinless chicken thighs cooked in minutes with a simple seasoning blend. Tender, flavorful, and perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Recipe Developer-Estefania

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 16

Total Time 21

Ingredients

▢ 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
▢ ½ teaspoon Salt
▢ ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
▢ ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
▢ ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
▢ ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
▢ 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the chicken. Rub the seasoning and oil into the chicken until evenly coated.
Let the chicken marinate for 15 minutes.
Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 390°F / 200°C for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes.
Serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Pat the Chicken Dry: I always blot the thighs with paper towels first; it helps the seasoning stick and gives better browning in the air fryer.

Rub in the Seasoning: I like to use my hands to really massage the spices and oil into the chicken so every bite has great flavor.

Marinate for 15 Minutes: It’s just a short wait, but I find it gives the chicken a little more time to soak in all those spices.

Flip Halfway Through: I always flip them at the 8-minute mark so they cook evenly and come out golden on both sides.

Rest Before Serving: I let the chicken sit for a few minutes before cutting; keeps it juicy and tender every time.

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