Air fryer chicken thighs are the crispiest, tastiest, and juiciest chicken you’ll eat. They take just 25 minutes to cook — perfect for busy weeknights.
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
INGREDIENTS :
- 2 lbs. chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on (about 4 pieces)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
INSTRUCTIONS :
- Place chicken thighs in a large sealable ziploc bag. Add oil and all seasoning. Seal the bag and shake well.
- Press the air out of the bag and make sure it’s tightly sealed.
- Press the seasoning around the chicken to coat (You can also marinate it in a bowl covered with plastic cling wrap).
- Place in the refrigerator and marinate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight.
- When ready to cook, preheat the air fryer to 375F, about 5 minutes. Place the thighs (skin side up) in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 25-28 minutes until the skin turns crispy and golden brown to your desired level of crispiness.
- The internal temperature for the chicken should reach 165F as read on a meat thermometer.
- Serve immediately with your favorite side dish or veggies like Mashed Potatoes, Air Fryer Garlic Green Beans, or Air Fryer Broccoli.