Description
This recipe features crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken thighs seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. The chicken is cooked to perfection in the air fryer, resulting in juicy meat with a perfectly crisp skin, all in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasoning
- 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 optimal temperature for cooking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare the chicken thighs: Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove any moisture, which helps achieve a crispy skin during cooking.
- Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
- Season the chicken: Rub the chicken thighs all over with olive oil to help the seasoning stick and promote browning. Then, evenly coat each thigh with the seasoning mix.
- Arrange in air fryer: Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket, making sure they are spaced out and not overlapping for even cooking.
- Cook and flip: Cook the thighs at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes. Then, flip each piece to skin-side up and continue cooking for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest before serving: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicy, tender meat.
Notes
- Make sure the chicken thighs are dry before seasoning for crispier skin.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- You can customize the seasoning blend to your taste by adding cayenne pepper for heat or fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- If your air fryer is small, you may need to cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding.
