Published Date: September 4, 2022
Category: Air Fryer Dinners
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If you are searching for an easy main dish that the whole family can get behind, look no further than this Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs recipe. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner and one of my favorite ways to prepare a hearty meal with little spare time and almost no effort!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Olive Oil – feel free to use avocado oil if you prefer
- Italian seasonings
- Paprika
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- Optional: cayenne pepper, garlic powder and onion powder
*see recipe card for detailed amounts
How to Make Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer
Step 1: Rinse the raw chicken thighs and pat them dry using a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over boneless thighs and rub into the chicken.
Step 2: Create a dry rub by mixing the Italian seasonings, paprika, salt and pepper together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the seasonings over the chicken thighs and rub in until all surfaces are well coated.
Step 3: Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket (smooth side facing up in a single layer making sure not to crowd the basket) and cook for 10 minutes at 380°F.
Step 4: Then flip each thigh and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F. (remember cook time will vary some between air fryer models and the size of the thighs)
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.
Storage and Re-heating Directions:
Store your leftover chicken in an airtight container or tightly covered in plastic wrap and store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Air Fryer: To reheat in the air fryer, cook at 400°F for 4 – 6 minutes or until heated through.
Oven: To reheat in the oven, simply place chicken thighs on a foil lined baking sheet and reheat in the oven for up to 10 mins at 400°F or until heated through.
Microwave: If reheating in the microwave, reheat at 30 secs intervals until heated through.
FAQS & Helpful Tips
What temperature should boneless chicken thighs be cooked at?
Cook chicken thighs at 380 degrees fahrenheit until you reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. (using a meat thermometer).
Can I use bone-in thighs or chicken breasts instead?
Yes, of course you can. Bone in will call for the same cook time. Chicken breasts tend to be larger so I recommend butterflying each piece before cooking.
Can I marinate my chicken thighs ahead of time instead of just using a rub?
Yes, if you have the extra time an easy way is to toss them in bbq sauce or lemon juice / lemon pepper seasoning and place the marinated chicken thighs in a plastic baggie in the refrigerator overnight.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 lbs chicken thighs , about 4 thighs – boneless, skinless
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oilÂ
- 2 tsp Italian seasoningÂ
- 1/2 tsp paprikaÂ
- 1/2 tsp saltÂ
- 1/4 tsp pepperÂ
INSTRUCTIONS
- Rinse the raw chicken thighs and pat them dry using a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over boneless thighs and rub into the chicken.
- Create a dry rub by mixing the Italian seasonings, paprika, salt and pepper together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the seasonings over the chicken thighs and rub in until all surfaces are well coated.
- Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket (smooth side facing up in a single layer making sure not to crowd the basket) and cook for 10 minutes at 380°F.
- Then flip each thigh and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F. (remember cook time will vary some between air fryer models and the size of the thighs)
NOTES
Store your leftover chicken in an airtight container or tightly covered in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Air Fryer: To reheat in the air fryer, cook at 400°F for 4 – 6 minutes or until heated through.
Oven: To reheat in the oven, simply place chicken thighs on a foil lined baking sheet and reheat in the oven for up to 10 mins at 400°F or until heated through.
Microwave: If reheating in the microwave, reheat at 30 secs intervals until heated through.
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NUTRITION
Serving: 4gCalories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gTrans Fat: 0.003gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.05gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.4mg
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What could I use besides Italian seasoning (which I really hate).
Author
I like to sue just seasoning salt and olive oil sometimes – or you can even use BBQ sauce if you want more flavoring!
I fixed the Air Fryer chicken tonight and they turned out great. I only cooked two, and it took less than 15 minutes to complete. The outside was crispy (even without the skin!), the inside was both juicy and tender. Delicious and quick…thanks!
What about a convection oven?
Author
You can use this recipe settings for a convection oven: https://sweetteaandsprinkles.com/oven-baked-chicken-thighs/
I have bone in chicken thighs can I use them.
Author
Yes, you absolutely can use bone-in chicken thighs! And you won’t need to change the cook time.