Description
Crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken thighs seasoned with a blend of garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and oregano for a quick and delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasoning and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the ideal cooking temperature for crisp, juicy chicken thighs.
- Prepare Chicken Thighs: Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps to achieve crispy skin.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the flavorful seasoning mix.
- Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken thighs evenly with olive oil, then coat them thoroughly with the prepared seasoning mixture, ensuring all sides are covered.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket to start cooking the skin to a crispy finish.
- Cook Chicken: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes. After this, flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), confirming they are fully cooked.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy meat.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry is key for crispy skin.
- Adjust seasoning amounts to taste for a milder or spicier flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness for best results.
- Letting the chicken rest after cooking keeps it juicy.
- You can double the recipe for larger servings but cook in batches.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
