Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
These air fryer boneless skinless chicken thighs are juicy, tender, and loaded with bold, zesty flavor. They're also super easy to make!
Servings: 5
Calories: 192kcal
Ingredients
- 6 Springer Mountain Farms boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 ½ teaspoon OliveNation sweet paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon Costabile olive oil
- ¼ tablespoon Cosatbile chili olive oil
Instructions
- Wash the chicken thighs and pat them dry with a paper towel. Then, lay them out on a cutting board.
- Combine the paprika, chili powder, cumin, thyme, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and both olive oils in a small bowl and stir to create a paste.
- Using a spoon or gloves, evenly distribute the rub on both sides of the chicken thighs.
- Lightly brush the air fryer basket with olive oil. Then, preheat it to 380 degrees. Place the thighs in the basket in a single layer. Cook in batches if your air fryer is small.
- Cook the chicken thighs for 8 minutes. Flip them and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Notes
Storage
- Refrigerate for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Wrap the thighs in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Defrost before reheating.
- Set the wings out at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then, air fry them at 380°F for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
- To avoid excess splashing and possible bacteria spread, rinse your chicken in a strainer under a gentle stream of water. Then, thoroughly wash your counters immediately afterward.
- Trim any extra fat from the chicken to keep these skinless thighs healthy.
- Use avocado oil in place of olive oil for another healthy alternative.
- Be sure to preheat your air fryer for even cooking and correct cooking time.
- Lay out your chicken in a single layer, leaving space between the thighs so the air fryer can cook them properly.
- For safe food practices and to ensure perfectly cooked chicken, always check it with a meat thermometer. When it reaches 165°F, it's fully cooked.
Nutrition
Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 481mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 715IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg
