Air Fryer Italian Chicken Thighs
Air fryer chicken thighs are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken. This method of cooking plus our simple Italian seasoning combination yields an amazing recipe that it is done in a flash.
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, crushed in hand
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Make Rub: In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, and paprika.
- Season Chicken: Arrange the chicken on the baking sheet. Pat dry with paper towels and trim off any excess skin/fat. Drizzle the oil evenly over the chicken and rub in on all sides. Sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the chicken and rub in on all sides.
- Air Fry: Spray air fryer insert with cooking spray. Add seasoned chicken thighs and air fry for 18-20 minutes, flipping half way through. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F and/or have no more pink inside.
Freezer Instructions
Freeze For Later: Place the seasoned, raw chicken thighs into a gallon-sized freezer bag in a single layer. Seal and freeze flat.
Prepare From Frozen: Thaw using one of these safe methods and then cook as directed in Step 4.
Notes/Tips
- This seasoning can be used on all cuts of chicken. Cooking times will vary.
- Not all chicken thighs are the same size. Be sure internal temperature is at least 165°F to determine if it's safe to eat.
- We show you how to cook frozen chicken thighs in the Instant Pot here.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 thigh | Calories: 367 kcal (18%) | Carbohydrates: 2 g (1%) | Protein: 24 g (48%) | Fat: 29 g (45%) | Cholesterol: 142 mg (47%) | Sodium: 694 mg (30%) | Fiber: 1 g (4%) | Sugar: 0.1 g
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