Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Enjoy juicy and crispy chicken thighs made effortlessly in the air fryer. This recipe delivers perfectly cooked chicken with a crisp skin every time.

Prep10 min
Cook20 min
Total30 min
Serves4
Difficultyeasy
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (Pat dry before seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon salt (Adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (Freshly ground preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (Optional, for extra crispiness)
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder (Optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices.
- Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket skin-side down, making sure they do not overlap.
- Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 8-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
Please verify air fryer temperatures and cooking times as they may vary by model and chicken thigh size.
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