Low Carb Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, these Low Carb Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are the perfect solution for a quick and healthy dinner. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe features bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seasoned with a savory blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme. Cooked to perfection in the air fryer, the chicken comes out with irresistibly crispy skin while staying tender and succulent on the inside—all without the need for breading! Ideal for keto or low-carb diets, these golden-brown chicken thighs are ready in under 30 minutes and pair beautifully with a side of sautéed greens or a fresh salad. Plus, with their guilt-free approach to satisfying fried chicken cravings, these air fryer chicken thighs are bound to become a weeknight favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure the skin gets crispy.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, making sure to coat both the skin side and the underside.
Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin side up, ensuring they are not touching to allow for even cooking.
Cook the chicken thighs in the air fryer for 25 minutes. For extra crispiness, you may flip them halfway through, but it is not necessary.
Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer. It should reach at least 165°F (74°C). If not, cook for an additional 3-5 minutes as needed.
Once fully cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, and enjoy your delicious low-carb chicken thighs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.7 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 1679 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 109.3 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1463 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
