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Easy Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Garlic Herb Rub

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These crispy air fryer chicken thighs are fast, forgiving, and deliver a deep golden crust with juicy meat underneath. Made with a simple garlic herb rub, they’re perfect for busy weeknights and taste like fried chicken without the mess.

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 to 2 pounds total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels, getting in between the skin and meat if possible.
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir together.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub it all over the skin and underside. Sprinkle the rub generously over both sides and massage it in. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while the air fryer preheats.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece. Cook at 380°F for 12 minutes without opening the basket.
  6. Flip the chicken thighs skin-side up using tongs. Cook for another 10-12 minutes at 380°F until the skin is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 170°F.
  7. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat the chicken very dry for the crispiest skin. Do not crowd the basket; cook in batches if needed. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking. For boneless skinless thighs, reduce cooking time to 10-12 minutes total and check for doneness at 165°F. The rub can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.

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