Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Boneless & Skinless)
These 15-minute air fryer chicken thighs are super juicy with crispy edges and made with boneless and skinless chicken thighs. The perfect weeknight dinner and meal prep. No oil needed!
Ingredients
- 5 - 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs, excess fat trimmed off
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 - 2 lemons, for serving
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F and lightly grease the basket with non-stick olive oil spray.
- Meanwhile, pat your chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and combine all your seasonings into a small bowl.
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs, using your fingers to gently pat the seasoning mixture onto each.
- Then, add the chicken thighs smooth side down into the preheated air fryer, ensuring they are NOT overlapping!
- Air fry for 10 minutes. Then, flip each chicken piece with tongs and an air fryer for 4 - 5 more until cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon, sprinkle of fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
No Overlapping: Arrange the chicken thighs in the air fryer without overlapping to ensure even cooking and a consistent crispy texture.
Removing Skin: Yes, you can peel off the skin from chicken thighs if you purchase them with the skin on. Gently separate the skin from the meat using a sharp knife or your fingers. This can be done before or after cooking, depending on your preference for a skinless option.
Substitute Avocado Oil Spray: If you don’t have cooking spray like avocado oil or olive oil spray, I recommend brushing the chicken thighs with a little olive oil and using parchment paper in your air fryer basket.
Frozen Chicken Thighs: Thaw chicken thighs by refrigerating for 24 hours or using the microwave’s defrost setting. For a faster method, seal the thighs in a leak-proof bag and submerge in cold water, changing it every 30 minutes until thawed, ensuring no cross-contamination.
Storing: Store leftover air fryer chicken thighs in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat in the microwave for 45 – 90 seconds until warm. You can also reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 4 – 6 minutes until warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 523mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 303IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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