Here’s a streamlined ​Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe for crispy, juicy results without deep frying:

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 5 mins | ​Cook Time: 16 mins | ​Total Time: 21 mins
Servings: 4

​Ingredients

• 4 ​bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless; adjust time)
• 1 tbsp ​olive oil (or avocado oil)
• ​Dry Rub:
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)

​Instructions

1. ​Prep chicken: Pat thighs dry with paper towels. Drizzle with oil and rub evenly.
2. ​Season: Mix dry rub ingredients and coat thighs generously.
3. ​Air fry:
   • Preheat air fryer to ​400°F (2–3 mins).
   • Place thighs skin-side down in basket (no overlap).
   • Cook for ​8 mins, flip, then cook ​8 more mins until internal temp reaches ​165°F.
   • For boneless thighs, reduce time to ​16–18 mins total.

​Tips

• ​Extra crispy? Spray skin lightly with oil before cooking.
• ​Marinated thighs: Reduce crispiness; pat dry before seasoning.
• ​Leftovers: Store in fridge for 3–5 days. Reheat in air fryer (350°F for 2–3 mins).

​Serving Ideas

Pair with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Why It Works:

• The air fryer mimics deep-frying with minimal oil.
• Bone-in thighs stay juicier, but boneless work too (adjust time).

Let me know if you’d like variations (spicy, BBQ, etc.)! 🍗✨