Air-Fried Paprika Chicken Thighs

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Crispy, flavorful chicken thighs cooked to perfection using an air fryer for minimal oil. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over all chicken pieces.
  2. Step 2: Arrange thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin-side up. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Step 3: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.

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