This Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs recipe has it all. It’s juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make! Ready in just 20 minutes, this will become your favorite quick dinner recipe.
Like air fryer chicken thigh recipes? Be sure to try my popular Air Fryer Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs next!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe:
- These air fryer boneless chicken thighs are easy to make with little prep time. Perfect for air fryer beginners! Chicken thighs are one of my favorite foods to make in the air fryer because they never disappoint on the flavor. You’ll definitely want to add this to your dinner rotation.
- Because these chicken thighs are boneless and skinless, they cook fast, making them an excellent choice for busy weeknight dinners or when you need dinner done quickly.
- These chicken thighs are flavorful, tender, with crispy edges, just like cooking them on the grill!
Q&A:
Yes, bone in chicken thighs can be used, However, bone in chicken thighs will require a longer cook time. I recommend you use this recipe here: Air Fryer Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs?
- Air Fryer Broccoli
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- Air Fryer Green Beans
- Air Fryer Crinkle Cut Fries
- Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
- Air Fryer Baby Carrots
- Instant Pot Baby Potatoes
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Equipment Needed:
Ingredients: (Full recipe located in recipe card below)
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- Olive Oil
- Soy Sauce
- Brown Sugar
- Smoked Paprika
- Salt & Pepper
- Garlic powder
Air Fryer Instructions:
1. To a medium bowl, add the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until the seasonings are well blended.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until they are well coated with the seasoning mixture.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Once the air fryer is ready, add the chicken thighs in a single layer with the flat smooth-side down.
5. Cook for 15 minutes until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to flip the chicken halfway through.
6. Once done, the chicken thighs will be tender and juicy and the edges crispy. Remove from air fryer, let cool, then enjoy with your favorite sides.
Recipe Variations And Substitutions:
- Cooking oil - This recipe calls for olive oil, but avocado oil or canola oil would work as well.
- Bone in chicken thighs can be used but will require a longer cook time until done.
Storage And Reheating Instructions:
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit and heat for 1-3 minutes until crispy.
Pro Tips:
- Chicken thighs should be cooked in a single layer. Do not stack.
- The air fryer I used was the Instant Vortex Plus 6 quart. Since all air fryers cook a little differently, you will need to adjust this recipe specific to the air fryer you are using.
- According to the USDA, chicken should be cooked to an internal temp of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Easy Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce low sodium
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- To a medium bowl, add the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until the seasonings are well blended.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until they are well coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Once the air fryer is ready, add the chicken thighs in a single layer with the flat smooth-side down.
- Cook for 15 minutes until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to flip the chicken halfway through.
- Once done, the chicken thighs will be tender and juicy and the edges crispy. Remove from air fryer, let cool, then enjoy with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit and heat for 1-3 minutes until crispy.
- Chicken thighs should be cooked in a single layer. Do not stack.
- The air fryer I used was the Instant Vortex Plus 6 quart. Since all air fryers cook a little differently, you will need to adjust this recipe specific to the air fryer you are using.
- According to the USDA, chicken should be cooked to an internal temp of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate. For accurate nutritional information you should refer to the nutritional labels on the packages of the specific ingredients that you used.
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Sara says
My new favorite! I was looking for a new recipe for boneless skinless chicken thighs and this was it!
BonnieBTedford says
That was so delicious, thank you! I’ve definitely saved this for next time.
BonnieBTedford says
I forgot to say, I used regular paprika…not smoked, I’m not a fan…🤷🏼♀️
Caity says
An absolute staple in our house! Could I let the chicken marinate in the seasoning mixture for a few hours? I’d love to be able to prep it and have it ready to go come dinner time. Thank you!!
Allie says
This was sooo good. Adding this to the meal rotation!!
Kim says
Found this recipe tonight and I'm hooked!! The meat was juicy yet crispy around the edges. I'm newly KETO so I subbed in Swerve brown sugar. I will now unpin all my other boneless, skinless thigh recipes. THANK YOU and Happy New Year!
Ivory says
You are very welcome! Glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe and found a good substitution for the brown sugar. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review.
Camillea says
This is SO GOOD! It really tastes like it was right off the grill!
Ivory says
Thanks so much for making the recipe and leaving a review! Glad to hear you enjoyed it. It's a family favorite.
Lois says
This was easy and the chicken came out juicy and delicious. It didn’t cook up in the time stated, mine took at least 10 more minutes, but the thighs were thick.
Maggie says
I just fixed this and hubby and I love it. I did not have smoked paprika on hand, so I used regular paprika and liquid smoke and it turned out great! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!
Vicky says
I made this tonight. We liked it. The only change was I decreased the salt, just personal health choice.
Julie says
Sooo delicious! Thighs turned out so good, everyone loved them, even the kiddos! Thanks for a fast and easy recipe! Definitely a keeper!!
Ivory says
You're welcome! So happy to hear you and your family enjoyed the recipe. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review.
Jodi says
Wow, this was delicious! 😋 Definitely a keeper!
Ashton Underwood says
Every single time I cook chicken I manage to dry it out. Not these!! Juicy with the perfect amount of crispy on the edges! These are going to be incredible to meal prep ahead of time. SO tasty!
Ivory says
Excited to hear you enjoyed this chicken thigh recipe! This is a family favorite. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
Jeanne says
Amazing! This went beyond my expectations! I subbed honey for the brown sugar. So good!
Beverly says
I made this for just me and my husband and we loved it. I want to make it for a family dinner, but my air fryer wouldn’t handle how much chicken I need. Do you think it would come out the same if I cooked it on a gas grill?
H says
We love this recipe, it has become a regular family favourite. If you haven't tried it, give it a go, a quick and easy meal.
Ernie says
This is the second time I’ve made this in my air fryer and it’s a big hit for the family. Extremely flavorful.
Becky D says
This recipe was absolutely yummy! I’ll make this again.
Nene says
Followed recipe exactly. Easy, fast and very good chicken.
Amanda says
Wow! Wow! Wow! Super tasty, super juicy. Great flavor! Quick and easy recipe what else are you looking for. A new family favorite.
Terry Ross II says
Great recipe. I didn't have soy sauce so I used dales steak seasoning instead lol. I also used golden monk fruit sweetener instead of brown sugar(watching my sugar and carb intake).
Big JiLm says
This was just awesome, though 2 thighs are good per person. I'll add these to my regular rotation.
Sarah says
Quick, easy and absolutely delicious!! Will definitely make it again!
Kristin says
Made these tonight. Oh MY were they excellent. Will probably become a staple for us.
Katie D says
This chicken is so good! I've had it every day for lunch. It almost tastes like grilled teriyaki chicken. I coat it in the ingredients and almost use it like a marinade. I just pull one out for lunch and it's so easy. It's been the best chicken recipe I've found. Thank you for posting!
Ivory says
You're welcome! So good to hear you enjoyed the recipe, it's one of our favorites. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.