15 Easy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Recipes

Making air fryer chicken thighs is such a quick, healthy dinnertime solution! Truly so easy. And, with lots of different flavor profiles and recipe styles to choose from, it never has to get boring, either.

Air fried chicken thighs can capture that crispy exterior and juicy interior you love in regular, old-school fried chicken without the naughty oil-frying part.

Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken (from Bintu at Budget Delicious)

A buttermilk marinade tenderizes the chicken, so it practically melts in your mouth. A touch of hot sauce adds flavor and the crispy breading offers homestyle, traditional seasonings.

Crispy Chicken Burgers (from Helen at Scrummy Lane)

Coat chicken thighs with lots of yummy herbs and spices and super crispy panko breadcrumbs, and fry ’em up until they’re beautifully crispy!

Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs (from Elaine at Flavour & Savour)

A fast, two-step method builds big flavor and succulent texture with a quick brine, followed by a coating of parmesan cheese, garlic powder and smoked paprika.

Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken (from Sarah at Whole and Heavenly Oven)

Calling all heat-lovers! You’re definitely in for a wild ride with this deliciously healthier version of the beloved, classic spicy fried chicken.

Air Fryer Thai Chicken Satay (from Chihyu at I Heart Umami)

Love Thai recipes but don’t have a lot of time to fuss with prep? This one’s for you! Thanks to a no-chopping satay marinade these chicken thighs come out of the air fryer super flavorful.

KFC Copycat Air Fryer “Fried” Chicken Thighs (from Justine at The Typical Mom)

This Kentucky Fried Chicken copycat recipe is way healthier than making them deep fried. A crunchy, battered outer layer surrounds tender, juicy meat inside.

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