Best 5 Air Fryer Chicken Thighs And Potatoes Recipes

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Air fryer chicken thighs and potatoes is a delicious and easy meal that can be prepared in just a few minutes. The chicken thighs are seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, then cooked in the air fryer until crispy and juicy. The potatoes are tossed in olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper, then cooked until they are tender and slightly browned. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch, and it can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, salad, or rice.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER CHICKEN AND POTATOES



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This Air Fryer chicken and potatoes is the easiest and tastiest weeknight dinner! Ready in under half an hour, this chicken dinner requires just a few simple ingredients but results in amazing flavors!

Provided by Diana

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium potatoes (diced into 1-inch pieces)
2 chicken breasts (diced into 1-inch pieces)
4 cloves garlic (crushed - divided)
2 teaspoons smoked paprika (divided)
½ teaspoon red chili flakes (divided - optional)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
1 teaspoon salt (divided)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

Steps:

  • Preheat the Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss the potatoes with 1 clove of garlic, and half of the seasonings and oil (smoked paprika, red chili flakes, salt, black pepper, and olive oil).
  • Place the potatoes in the Air Fryer basket, and air fry for 10 minutes flipping halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, in the same bowl, toss the chicken with the thyme and the rest of the ingredients (garlic, smoked paprika, red chili flakes, salt, black pepper, and olive oil) until well coated.
  • After the potatoes have been cooking for 10 minutes, remove the basket from the Air Fryer and with a spatula move the potatoes to one side. Add the chicken to the other side and cook for 10 more minutes flipping halfway through.
  • Check the internal temperature of the chicken, if it registers 165°F (75°C), then it's cooked. Remove from Air Fryer basket. Or cook until it reaches the safe temperature.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 49 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 1436 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR FRYER CHICKEN AND POTATOES



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Air Fryer Chicken and Potatoes is a super easy weeknight dinner idea. This simple air fryer recipes consists of bone-in chicken thighs, mini gold potatoes and colorful bell peppers.

Provided by Nicole Harris

Categories     Main Courses

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Lbs Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs
1 Lb Mini Gold Potatoes - halved
1 Red Bell Pepper - seeded and chopped
1 Orange Bell Pepper - seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
1/4 teaspoon Cumin
Generous Pinch Salt/Pepper

Steps:

  • Mix garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Coat chicken thighs in oil then sprinkle 2/3 of spice mixture over the thighs. Transfer to greased air fryer basket, placing off to one side.
  • Toss potatoes with oil and remaining spices. Transfer to air fryer basket next to the chicken thighs.
  • Air fry at 400ºF 10 minutes.
  • Add peppers to the potatoes, toss and sprinkle with salt.
  • Air fry at 400ºF for 10-15 more minutes or until chicken thighs are cooked through (165ºF internal temp).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 290 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 32 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 57 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 441 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams unsaturated fat

CRISPY AIR FRYER CHICKEN THIGHS



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Juicy, tender dark-meat chicken with the crispiest skin in less than twenty minutes-who could ask for anything more? Serve these lightly seasoned chicken thighs as is, or toss them while still hot with your favorite barbecue or buffalo sauce to give this quick and easy anytime meal an extra kick.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon granulated garlic (or garlic powder)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Mix together the granulated garlic, onion powder, thyme, paprika, 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. Pat the chicken dry and add to a medium bowl. Add the olive oil and half of the spice mix, then toss to combine.
  • Add the flour to the remaining spice mix and stir to combine. Transfer the flour mixture to a large resealable bag. Add the seasoned thighs to the bag, seal well and toss until the chicken is fully coated in the flour.
  • Preheat a 3.5-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F. Add the chicken thighs to the air fryer basket, skin-side down and without touching. Cook, flipping skin-side up halfway through, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part (avoiding the bone) reads 165 degrees F, about 18 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

AIR FRYER CHICKEN THIGHS AND POTATOES



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Plan ahead. The chicken thighs marinate overnight.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Time 8h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning (such as Cavender's®)
1 teaspoon Goya Sazonador Total
2 pounds bone-in, skin on chicken thighs
¼ cup water
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ pound baby red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Mix paprika, garlic, onion powder, Greek seasoning, sazonador total, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Reserve 1 tablespoon seasoning in a small bowl; cover and set aside until needed for the potatoes.
  • Place remaining seasoning in a 1-gallon resealable bag with water, 4 tablespoons olive oil, and vinegar. Add chicken thighs; massage to coat with seasoning, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place 1 tablespoon reserved seasoning in a small bowl with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; stir to combine. Toss potatoes in and stir until well coated. Combine potatoes and thighs in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until potatoes are tender and chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 28 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 140.1 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 39.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 253.6 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

AIR-FRYER CHICKEN THIGHS



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This air-fryer chicken thighs recipe creates meat that is crispy on the outside but super juicy on the inside. The paprika and garlic seasoning blend comes through beautifully. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat air-fryer to 375°. Brush chicken with oil. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over chicken. Place chicken, skin side up, in a single layer on tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175°, 15-17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

### Ingredients and Cooking Essentials: - ### Essential Ingredients: - Boned & skin-on chicken thighs - Yukon gold or russet Potatoes - Olive oil or melted butter - Seasonings: salt, paprika, granulated, and chili powder, and ground cumin. You can add other seasonings or a pre-made spice mix. - ### Cooking Utensils: - An air fryer with a basket - A set of sharp knives - A cutting board - A large bowl - A spoon or spatula ### Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions: 1. ### Preparing the Ingredients: - Clean and pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. - Scrub and cut the Potatoes into 1-inch cubes. 2. ### Seasoning the Ingredients: - In a large bowl, mix the chicken thighs with the seasonings. Make sure they are evenly coated. - Toss the Potato cubes with some salt and oil to coat them lightly. 3. ### Air Fying the Ingredients: - Place the seasoned chicken and Potato cubes in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are in a single layer. - Set a temperature of 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 15-20 minutes. - Flip the chicken and Potatoes halfway through the cooking process to achieve even cooking. 4. ### Checking for Tenderness and Serving: - After 15-20 minutes, check that the chicken is fully-cooked by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. It should read 165 degrees Fahrenheit. - If the Potatoes are not yet crispy, extend the cooking time for a few more minutes. - Once the chicken and Potatoes are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and serve immediately. ### Key Cooking Recommendations: - ### Controlling Portion Size: - Use an air fryer that is large enough to hold all the ingredients in a single layer, preventing overcrowding. - ### Maintaining Even Cooking: - Flip the chicken thighs and Potato cubes halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking and crispiness. - ### Adjusting Cooking Times: - Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken thighs and Potato cubes, as well as the specific air fryer model. Keep an eye on the ingredients during the last few minutes of cooking. - ### Cooking Alternative: - If desired, you can marinate the chicken thighs in a mixture of spices and herbs prior to cooking for added flavors. ### Delicious Ways to Serve: - ### Flavorful Dipping Sauces: - Prepare your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch, barbecue, or sriracha mayonnaise to enhance the flavors. - ### Accompaniments: - Accompany the crispy air-fryer chicken thighs and Potatoes with a refreshing green side such as a leafy green or coleslaw. - ### Garnish for Presentation: - Garnish the dish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving for added visual appeal. ### Summing Up: Air fryer chicken thighs and Potatoes offer a convenient and delicious meal option that combines protein and carbohydrates. With the right seasonings, cooking techniques, and presentation, this delightful dish is perfect for a casual dinner or a weekend brunch. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your air fryer, and get ready to enjoy this flavorful and easy-to-make meal!

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