Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (about 8 thighs, trimmed)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher salt preferred)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika (adds smoky flavor)
• 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin)

Instructions

1. Mix Marinade

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, brown sugar, soy sauce, and olive oil. Stir until well blended.

   Time: PT5M

2. Coat Chicken

   Add the boneless skinless chicken thighs to the bowl, tossing to coat each piece evenly with the marinade. Let sit for 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

3. Preheat Air Fryer

   Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 380°F

4. Arrange Chicken

   Place the coated chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.

   Time: PT1M

5. Cook First Side

   Cook for 7 minutes at 380°F.

   Time: PT7M

   Temperature: 380°F

6. Flip Chicken

   Open the air fryer, flip each thigh using tongs, and continue cooking for another 8 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 380°F

7. Check Doneness

   Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If not, cook an additional 1‑2 minutes.

   Time: PT1M

8. Serve

   Remove chicken from the air fryer, let rest for 1 minute, then serve hot.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

10g

Fiber

0g