Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
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Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs are a quick meal perfect for any weeknight! These juicy and tender chicken thighs are perfectly cooked in the air fryer in just 15 minutes.
What You Will ❤️ About Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
- Quick! This dinner is ready in under 20 minutes!
- Juicy & Tender! Chicken thighs are my favorite because they’re hard to screw up! They’re always juicy & tender.
- Healthy! Chicken thighs are full of protein and low in fat because the skin is removed! They’re also naturally keto-friendly and gluten-free.
This recipe was made using the Paula Deen Air Fryer.
Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Recipe Ingredients
Super simple recipe with just 5 ingredients – here’s what you need:
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs – 1 lb of chicken thighs should feed 3-4 people
- If you want to do bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs – I have a recipe for that too!
- Seasoning Mix – I like this mix because every ingredient adds a punch of flavor
- Olive Oil – because you’re using olive oil, no need for cooking spray
- Garlic Salt
- Ancho Chili Powder – you can use any chili powder or even Tajin if you like a punch of lime!
- Onion Powder
- OPTIONAL SPICES TO USE: garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, lemon pepper
How to Make Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
Chicken Thighs are great in the air fryer because the quick cooking seals in the juiciness and they don’t get dried out!
- Rinse chicken thighs and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Be sure to open up the chicken thighs since they are typically folded over when packaged.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic salt, onion powder and Chile powder
- Add chicken thighs to dish with seasoning mixture and coat completely
- Place chicken thighs in air fryer basket in a single layer
- Line with parchment paper liner for easier clean up
- Air fry at 380º for 15 minutes – turning halfway thru.
- Check internal temperature with an instant read meat thermometer placed into the thickest part of the chicken thigh. Internal temperature of the chicken should be 165º.
- Remove from basket with tongs and serve with fresh parsley
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Tips, Tricks & FAQs
I don’t typically preheat my air fryer – so no – you don’t need to.
Yes for sure! Here’s a recipe for skin-on chicken thighs that you’ll love!
Yes! I ONLY use the air fryer to cook chicken breasts. They only take 12 minutes and they are better than any other cooking method!
Definitely! You can season these ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
These cook quickly and I cook at 380º F in the air fryer for 15 minutes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container (I like these glass ones for storage) in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in the air fryer at 250º for 5-7 minutes.
Boneless Chicken Thigh Recipe Variations
- Spicy – the ancho chili powder is delicious but if you want more kick – feel free to add red pepper flakes
- Marinade – my favorite chicken marinade is the one I used on these chicken kabobs!
- Toppings – make smothered chicken thighs by topping with cheddar cheese and diced bacon
- Dipping Sauce – serve these with buffalo sauce, bbq sauce or a blend of garlic butter & lemon juice. Here are some of my favorite dipping sauce recipes:
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Here’s my ultimate list of best air fryer accessories – whether you have a basket- or oven-style! I’ve also included a price guide as well as my favorite recipes for those accessories.
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Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp ancho chili powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry chicken thighs1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- In a medium bowl whisk together olive oil, garlic salt, onion powder and Chile powder2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic salt, 1 tsp ancho chili powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Add chicken thighs to bowl and coat completely with seasoning
- Place chicken thighs in air fryer basket Line with parchment paper liner for easier clean up
- Air fry at 380º for 15 minutes – turning halfway thru – internal temp 165
- Remove from basket with tongs and serve with fresh parsley
