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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Fresh Herbs

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These crispy air fryer chicken thighs are seasoned with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon zest for a juicy, flavorful dinner with shatteringly crisp skin. Quick to make, naturally gluten-free, and perfect for weeknights or entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely minced
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced or grated
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Remove chicken thighs from the fridge and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Trim excess fat or skin if desired.
  3. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
  4. Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly with the herb mixture, getting some seasoning under the skin if possible.
  5. Optional: Let chicken marinate in the fridge for 10-20 minutes.
  6. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Spray air fryer basket lightly with oil or line with perforated parchment paper.
  8. Arrange chicken thighs skin-side down in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
  9. Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes.
  10. Flip thighs skin-side up and air fry for another 8-10 minutes, or until skin is deep golden and crispy and internal temperature reaches 175°F.
  11. Transfer chicken to a wire rack or plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
  12. Garnish with extra parsley or a squeeze of lemon before serving, if desired.

Notes

Pat chicken very dry for maximum crispiness. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches if needed. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. For boneless thighs, reduce cook time by 2-3 minutes. Leftovers reheat best in the air fryer to restore crispiness.

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