Crispy Garlic Thighs (Air Fryer)
Chicken thighs get golden and crispy in the air fryer with garlic, paprika, and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in 20 minutes—juicy inside, crackling skin outside.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 345
- Protein
- 38g
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Ingredients
- 4 thighs (about 1.5 lbs) boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp each (or to taste) salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Arrange thighs skin-side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin not touching.
- 3
Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes until skin is deep golden and the thickest part reaches 165°F.
- 4
Transfer to a plate. Squeeze half the lemon over the top. Serve hot with remaining lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer basket
- paper towels
- instant-read thermometer
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