Air fryer chicken thighs

Name: Air fryer chicken thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 3–4
Ingredients: 800 g chicken thighs; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper

Crisp-edged chicken thighs in the air fryer — weeknight-friendly with a short spice rub.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 22 min
Total: 32 min
Serves: 3–4

Meat cut: Bone-in or boneless chicken thigh · Browse related meat

Ingredients

800 g chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

Method

Pat thighs dry. Toss with oil and spices.
Preheat air fryer to 190°C if your model recommends it.
Cook in a single layer 18–24 minutes, turning once, until cooked through.
Rest 3 minutes and serve.

Tips

Do not overcrowd — cook in batches for better browning.
Boneless pieces finish a little faster than bone-in.

Food safety

Confirm the thickest part is cooked through before serving.

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