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Air Fryer Curry Chicken Thighs on a plate decorated with lemon and parsley
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Air Fryer Curry Chicken Thighs

These air fryer curry chicken thighs are crispy, juicy, and packed with bold flavor! An easy 30-minute dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Serving Size 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 1 pound
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (205°C) for a few minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, curry powder, salt, garlic, and onion powder.
  • Pat the thighs dry with paper towels (this helps them get nice and crispy), then add them to the bowl and toss well.
  • Place the chicken, skin-side down, in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Cook for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature hits 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy. See notes.
  • Let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to lock in all those juices.

Notes

  • Air-fry time can vary a bit depending on the size of your chicken thighs. I usually use smaller ones—about 1 pound for 4 thighs. If yours are on the larger side, just add an extra 3–4 minutes to make sure they cook through perfectly.

Nutrition

Calories: 458kcal
Carbohydrates :2g
Protein :32g
Fat :36g
Fiber :0.4g
Sugar :0.1g