Everyday Cooking Cooking by Equipment Air Fryer Main Dishes 10 Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight The air fryer is your gateway to chicken thighs that are succulent and juicy on the inside, but perfectly crisp on the outside. Plus, lower oil content makes them a healthier alternative to traditionally fried chicken. From keto recipes made with low-carb ingredients to restaurant-worthy dinners that will wow even the pickiest of eaters, you'll find a new go-to weeknight meal in this collection of our best air fryer chicken thigh recipes. By Corey Williams Corey Williams Corey Williams is a food writer for MyRecipes and Allrecipes. She has a decade of journalism experience. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on April 15, 2021 Close Photo: France C 01 of 11 Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Thighs View Recipe Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Thighs. thedailygourmet These chicken thighs are reminiscent of classic French chicken cordon bleu, according to recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar thedailygourmet, but they are stuffed with turkey instead of ham. 02 of 11 Keto Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer View Recipe France C Follow the ketogenic diet? Try these low-carb chicken thighs for dinner tonight. Recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar France C, who suggests serving with mashed cauliflower, says they're "packed with tangy lemon and garlic flavor." 03 of 11 Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs View Recipe thedailygourmet Here's a simple recipe that calls for basic ingredients you probably already have on hand. A flavorful butter — made with garlic, thyme, and basil — is the perfect finishing touch. 04 of 11 Air Fryer Chicken Thighs View Recipe Allrecipes This quick and easy dinner is ready in just half an hour. Simply seasoned with smoked paprika and garlic powder, these chicken thighs are perfectly juicy and crispy. Top-Rated Air-Fryer Chicken Recipes 05 of 11 Air Fryer Honey-Cajun Chicken Thighs View Recipe thedailygourmet Here's a sweet and savory dinner that's subtly spiced with cayenne pepper, Cajun seasoning, and paprika. Reviewer PANDARIS suggests using rice flour if you can't find tapioca flour. Recipes to Try Right After You Get an Air Fryer 06 of 11 Air Fryer Sesame Chicken Thighs View Recipe Soup Loving Nicole A flavorful sauce made with sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, and rice vinegar works beautifully with these air-fried chicken thighs. Top with green onions and toasted sesame seeds. 07 of 11 Air Fryer Buttermilk Fried Chicken View Recipe Soup Loving Nicole Cut back on oil with this air-fried buttermilk chicken recipe. Reviewer Kj Bergen suggests adding crushed red pepper flakes to the flour to add a hint of spice. 08 of 11 Air Fried Maple Chicken Thighs View Recipe thedailygourmet A buttermilk-maple syrup marinade is perfectly complemented by a coating made with two types of paprika (sweet and smoked), cayenne pepper, and honey powder. 09 of 11 Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Schnitzel View Recipe Yoly It couldn't be easier to prep these chicken thighs with just five pantry staples: seasoned bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, flour, and a beaten egg. 10 of 11 Air Fryer Chicken Satay with Dipping Sauce View Recipe Bibi Satay is a Southeast Asian dish of skewered grilled meat served with a sauce. "This recipe is a very American version of chicken satay, done in the very American air fryer," according to recipe creator Bibi. 11 of 11 More Inspiration Kim Try one of our Best Chicken Thigh Dinners. Plus, explore our entire collection of Chicken Thigh Recipes. Oven-"Fried" Chicken Thighs Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs Baked Italian Chicken Thighs Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit