Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Enjoy perfectly crispy air fryer chicken thighs, seasoned to perfection and cooked to a juicy tenderness. This recipe is a healthier, yet still flavorful, alternative to fried chicken.
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together salt, dried parsley, dried oregano, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and olive oil to create a marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and shake off any excess marinade.
- Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side down, in a single layer. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook chicken thighs in the air fryer at 380°F (190°C) for 12 minutes.
- After 12 minutes, flip the chicken thighs over using tongs and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- If you find that your chicken is quite damp, especially if it has been in the freezer, pat it dry with paper towels before coating it with the marinade.
- You can use boneless skinless chicken thighs if preferred. Adjust the cooking time slightly as they may cook faster than bone-in, skin-on thighs.
- Feel free to customize the marinade with your favorite herbs and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- If you want to add a little heat to the marinade, cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes work well.
- While marinating adds flavor, you can still cook the chicken thighs without marinating them. Just season them with salt and pepper before air frying.
- You can use chicken drumsticks following the same cooking instructions. Adjust the cooking time if needed based on the size of the drumsticks.
- An instant read thermometer is your best friend when it comes to ensuring your meat is cooked to a safe temperature. I highly recommend you invest in one.
- Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servings | Calories: 528kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 208mg | Sodium: 1036mg | Potassium: 441mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg