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    Home » Recipes » Dairy Free

    Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    Published: Feb 20, 2020 Modified: Apr 1, 2020 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    air fryer chicken thighs

    Keto Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are perfectly seasoned and cooked to their optimal crispiness in the air fryer. They are perfect for weekly meal prep and taste great the next day.  (keto, gluten free, whole30, paleo)

    keto air fryer chicken thighs with spice

    Do you have an air fryer yet?  I know, I know, you don't want another appliance to fill your kitchen counter but I am enjoying mine.  It definitely gives that crispy fried flavor without all the deep fried fat.  🤛

    An air fryer is basically a convection oven that cooks on the countertop by using a fan to push air around your food while it's cooking.  This is what gives it the deep fried quality without the fat.  It's fairly simple to use and to clean up.  The one I have is too small so I find myself cooking in batches which takes longer.  I would recommend this one from Amazon if you are looking to get one.  

    The air fryer is also great for heating any frozen foods like fries, chicken nuggets and mozzarella sticks.  I think they taste better in the air fryer than they do in the oven and my kids give them a thumb's up.

     chicken thighs on a white plate

    Instructions

    Trust me an air fryer is not as tricky as an Instant Pot.  You pretty much just put the chicken thighs in there and walk away.  You do have to flip them halfway through, but that's about it.  I like to spray the basket so nothing sticks.  

    One key here is to have the right-sized air fryer for your family.  You need space around the chicken so the air can circulate and cook it to nice crispy perfection.  I recommend a 5.5 quart.

    So, heat up your air fryer to 350 degrees then cook your chicken for 20 minutes. After 10 minutes flip it to the other side.  Crispy goodness coming soon!

     

    chicken thighs from air fryer with crispy outside

    Health Benefits of Chicken

    Chicken thighs are a great source of lean protein.  There's been a longstanding debate about the chicken breast versus the fatty chicken thighs but I'm a fan of eating both.  Chicken thighs do have three times more fat than the breast but a lot of that fat is in the skin.  I wouldn't make a regular habit of chowing down on the skin but every once in a while is okay.  Generally, I use skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts. To learn more about the healthy benefits of chicken refer to the USDA Choose My Plate. 

    AND in my opinion chicken thighs have more flavor than chicken breasts.

    Let's talk about the spice rub!  This rub is the bomb.  I use it on everything from fish to steak to roasted veggies.  Once you try it you'll want to keep a batch made up in the pantry at all times.  Oh, I also put it in my chili sometimes.  

    air fryer chicken thighs on a white plate

    Need More Chicken Recipes?

    • Shoyu Chicken - delicious stovetop chicken thighs slathered in a sweet sauce
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    Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

    These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs cook to perfection in the Air Fryer.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: keto air fryer chicken thighs
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 286kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 4 chicken thighs, skin on
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

    Instructions

    • Toss all seasoning together in a small bowl.
    • Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and drizzle bother sides with olive oil. Then sprinkle both sides with the seasoning. Be generous!
    • Heat the air fryer to 350 degrees.
    • Place chicken in the air fryer basket so they are not touching. You don't want to overcrowd them or they won't cook right.
    • Set timer for 20 minutes and flip the chicken at 10 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees.

    Notes

    These taste great the next day!  Make a double or triple batch and eat them all week.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 388mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    1. Irina

      February 20, 2020 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      I love this chicken recipe made in 25 minutes. It is a treasure! Bookmarking to make it!

      Reply
    2. Paula Montenegro

      February 20, 2020 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      it's recipes like this one that make me want to buy an air fryer! It looks so incredibly crispy! Really, it must be one of the best inventions ever!

      Reply
    3. Pam Greer

      February 20, 2020 at 2:18 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, I love how easy and healthy these chicken thighs are! So easy and no mess on the stove! Delicious!

      Reply
    4. Dannii

      February 20, 2020 at 2:21 pm

      The air fryer just cooks chicken perfectly, doesn't it.

      Reply
    5. Emily Liao

      February 20, 2020 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is definitely a go to weeknight meal! I love how easy this is and yet its so delicious 🙂

      Reply
    6. Tom

      December 13, 2021 at 7:45 pm

      The cooking time needs to be extended to 30 min. in order to reach 165* temp.

      Reply

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