Description
These Air Fryer Paprika Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The chicken thighs are seasoned with a flavorful blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, then cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer. Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, these chicken thighs are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mix Spices: Combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a small bowl.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat dry chicken thighs with a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over chicken and rub to coat.
- Season Chicken: Coat chicken thighs with the spice mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side down. Cook for 12 minutes, then flip and cook for another 10-12 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Notes:
- Ensure chicken thighs are thoroughly dried before seasoning for optimal crispiness.
- Cooking times may vary depending on air fryer models and chicken thigh sizes. Check for doneness by reaching an internal temperature of 175-180°F for juicier thighs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
