Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt (I’ve been using a fine-grained table salt for this)
• a few cracks of freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• squeeze of lemon to finish

Steps

1. 1

   Optional, but I usually cut off the little bits of fat (the chunkier white strips) from the edges of the chicken thighs.

2. 2

   Toss the chicken thighs with the spices and olive oil. For the best flavor, let it marinate anywhere from 15 minutes to 2-3 hours in the fridge. (Also fine to skip if you’re short on time!)

3. 3

   Air fry at 375 for 11-13 minutes, until deeply golden and a bit crisped on the outside, and at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit on the inside. (I use a meat thermometer to check!)

4. 4

   Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Let it rest for a few minutes; cut into bite-sized pieces. Squeeze lemon over the top if you want.

5. 5

   Serve with your favorite sauce (see notes for a smoky aioli that I love), baked potato or roasted veggies, in a rice bowl, or on a salad!