Frozen chicken thighs in air fryer
Transform frozen chicken thighs into crispy, juicy perfection in your air fryer - no thawing needed! Perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4-6 frozen chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
Preheat
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket
First Cook
- Place frozen chicken thighs in air fryer basket, skin side up
- Space them evenly, don't overcrowd
- Cook for 15 minutes
Season
- Remove chicken thighs
- Mix seasonings in a small bowl
- Season chicken on all sides
Final Cook
- Return chicken to basket, skin side up
- Cook 10-15 minutes more
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F
Rest & Serve
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired
Notes
- Don't stack thighs
- Season after initial cooking for better flavor
- Use meat thermometer for perfect doneness
- Adjust time for different sizes
- Let rest for juiciest results