Air fry bone-in chicken thighs at 400°F for 18–25 minutes, flipping once.

# Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Bone-In)

- Temperature: 400°F
- Time: 18–25 minutes
- Flip: Yes
- Preheat: Yes
- Category: poultry
- Servings: Times based on 2-4 bone-in thighs per batch.

## Safe internal temperature

- 165°F — USDA FSIS, verified 2026-09-10 — published as “All Poultry (Breasts, Whole Bird, Legs, Thighs, Wings, Ground Poultry, Giblets and Stuffing) — 165 degrees F (73.9 degrees C)” (https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/safe-temperature-chart)
- 74°C / 165°F — Health Canada, verified 2026-09-10 — published as “Poultry — Pieces, for example, breasts, legs, thighs, wings: 74°C (165°F)” (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/general-food-safety-tips/safe-internal-cooking-temperatures.html)
- Always verify with a food thermometer.

## Steps

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
2. Pat dry with paper towels. Season with oil, salt, pepper, and desired spices. Place skin-side down first.
3. Air fry at 400°F for 18–25 minutes. Flip halfway through cooking.
4. Internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part near the bone. Juices run clear.

## Tips

- Pat skin dry and season generously for extra crispy skin
- Place skin-side down first, then flip skin-side up to finish

## FAQ

### What temperature should I air fry bone-in chicken thighs at?

Air fry bone-in chicken thighs at 400°F for 18–25 minutes, flipping once.

### Do I need to flip bone-in chicken thighs?

Flip halfway through cooking.

### What internal temperature should bone-in chicken thighs reach?

Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F per USDA FSIS and 74°C / 165°F per Health Canada.

## Related

- https://howlongtoairfry.com/chicken-breast-boneless/
- https://howlongtoairfry.com/chicken-wings/

## Sources

- https://www.skinnytaste.com/air-fryer-chicken-thighs/
- https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/air-fryer-chicken-thighs/
- https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/crispy-air-fryer-chicken-thighs-12042431

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Last verified: 2026-03-04