Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Garlic Recipe for Easy Dinner Tonight
This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful, and perfectly crispy chicken thighs cooked quickly in the air fryer with a simple garlic seasoning. It’s an easy, no-fuss dinner option that’s ready in about 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin (about 5 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Toss until evenly coated, seasoning under the skin where possible.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
- Air fry at 400°F (205°C) for 10 minutes until skin is golden and crackling.
- Flip the chicken thighs skin-side up using tongs.
- Cook for another 8-10 minutes at 400°F (205°C) until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
Patting the chicken skin dry before seasoning is crucial for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crisp texture. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest before serving to keep it juicy. For reheating, use the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280320
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 25
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