Air Fryer Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Air fryer chicken thighs without bones and skins provide the perfect protein-rich meal with minimal added fat. Plus, air frying is incredibly simple – all you need is your favourite seasoning or marinade, and your trusty air fryer.

In this blog post, we’ll guide you through how to make juicy and tasty boneless and skinless chicken thighs using an air fryer.

Chicken thighs without bones and skinless

Air-fried chicken thighs without bones and skin are a game changer for any home cook. This method of cooking brings out the juicy, tasty nature of chicken thighs, while significantly reducing the amount of fat and calories compared to traditional frying methods.

The air fryer circulates hot air around the chicken, locking in moisture, ensuring every bite is succulent and satisfying.

Plus, it’s incredibly quick and easy; you can have perfectly cooked, boneless, skinless chicken thighs ready in less than 20 minutes. Best of all, this versatile protein can be seasoned with a variety of spices or marinades to suit your taste buds.

Here are some serving suggestions for boneless chicken thighs:

• Serve over a bed of fluffy basmati rice and a side of steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
• Slice and add to a fresh salad for a light, protein-packed lunch.
• Use in tacos or enchiladas for a delicious twist on Mexican cuisine.
• Pair with mashed potatoes and gravy for a comforting, classic dinner.
• Toss with pasta and your favourite sauce for an Italian-inspired dish.
• Cube and skewer along with vegetables for tasty kababs.
• Shred and use in a hearty chicken soup or stew.
• Serve alongside roasted sweet potatoes and a green salad for a healthful, satisfying dinner.
• Add them to the slow cooker for a low fat meal. Try my slow cooker chicken and barley dinner!

Marinade For Chicken Thighs

Marinating chicken thighs in a combination of honey and lime is a fantastic way to infuse these boneless, skinless cuts with incredible flavour. The sweetness of the honey perfectly balances the tangy brightness of the lime, creating a marinade that is both delightful and slightly exotic.

Beyond taste, there’s a practical reason for this pairing too; the acidity in the lime juice helps to tenderize the chicken, ensuring it cooks up juicy and succulent in your air fryer. Add some minced garlic and a dash of chili sauce to the mix, and you’ve got a marinade that’s packed with layers of flavour.

Let your chicken thighs sit in this mixture for at least 30 minutes, or even better, overnight. The result? Air-fried chicken thighs that are wonderfully caramelized on the outside, moist and tender on the inside, and bursting with sweet, tangy, savoury flavours in every bite.

Ingredients

• 10 Chicken Thighs Without Bones and skins

Chicken Thigh Marinade

• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 Cloves of Garlic (Minced)
• 1 tsp Chilli Paste (or sauce)
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 4 tbsp Lime Juice

How long to cook boneless Skinless chicken thighs in the air fryer

STEP 1: In a bowl, mix all the marinade ingredients together and add the chicken thighs. Make sure you fully coat the chicken, cover and leave to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

STEP 2: Place the chicken thighs in to the air fryer and set the temperature to 180℃ and cook for 20 minutes.

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