Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Juicy air fryer chicken thighs with irresistibly crispy skin — simple seasoning, ready in 25 minutes.

By Adarsh · June 10, 2026

Crispy golden air fryer chicken thighs with fresh thyme on a white plate

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 22 min
Total: 27 min
Serves: 4 servings

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Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are made for the air fryer — the skin turns shatteringly crisp while the meat stays juicy. With a simple pantry rub and no flipping fuss, this is an easy, budget-friendly dinner that tastes like more effort than it is.

Instructions

1
Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels for the crispiest skin.
2
Rub the thighs all over with olive oil, then coat with the salt, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, and pepper.
3
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Arrange the thighs skin-side up in a single layer, without crowding.
4
Air fry for 18–22 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 175°F (79°C).
5
Rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices settle.