Description
Crispy and flavorful air fryer chicken thighs, seasoned with a zesty lemon and a blend of aromatic spices. This easy recipe yields tender, golden chicken with a perfectly crispy skin in under 30 minutes, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 6 chicken thighs (with bone and skin)
Seasoning
- 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (such as herbs de provence or dried oregano)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken thighs with the juice of half a lemon, ensuring each piece is evenly coated to infuse bright citrus flavor.
- Add the dry spices: Sprinkle kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, sweet paprika, and dried herbs over both sides of the chicken. Rub the seasoning thoroughly to evenly distribute all the flavors.
- Air fry the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side down into the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and cook for 12 minutes.
- Flip and continue cooking: After the initial cooking, flip the chicken thighs so the skin side is up. Air fry for another 12 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, and the meat is cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Serve immediately: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to retain juices. Enjoy your crispy, tender air fryer chicken thighs!
Notes
- Using bone-in, skin-on thighs helps ensure juicy meat and crispy skin.
- Make sure to preheat the air fryer for best crispy results if your model requires it.
- You can swap dried herbs for fresh if preferred, adding them after cooking to preserve flavor.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Adjust seasoning amounts based on preference or dietary needs.
