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Home » Air Fryer Recipes » Reheat Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer

Reheat Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer

Last Updated on May 9, 2022 by Bintu. Leave a Comment

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Chicken thighs are affordable, flavorful, and juicy, so they are a favorite budget-friendly meal. It’s so easy to reheat chicken thighs in air fryer, so you don’t have to waste any leftovers next time you air fry chicken thighs for dinner. Get more out of all of your favorite air fryer chicken recipes. 

Post includes Weight Watchers points.

a top down view of reheat chicken thighs in air fryer that are served on a white plate with a cup of sauce

Eating leftovers is a smart way to really stretch your budget. Reheating chicken in the air fryer is a great way to make the chicken skin crispy so leftover fried chicken will be as tasty as when you first made it.

It’s so easy to reheat chicken thighs for an easy lunch option, and it only takes a few minutes in the air fryer. Plus the results in the air fryer are tastier than you’ll get with a microwave and faster than in the oven.  

The air fryer is a great way to reheat fried chicken so the meat stays juicy and doesn’t dry out. It just takes a few simple steps, and you will enjoy flavorful chicken thighs while reducing food waste and saving money. 

Why Make This Recipe

  • Fast – Reheating chicken thighs is easy to do in air fryer in less than 5 minutes. 
  • Crispy – Reheat fried chicken thighs so they are still crispy and crunchy, even when you are eating leftovers is definitely possible.
  • Moist – No one likes dry chicken thighs, and these air fried chicken thighs reheat so they are moist and juicy. 
the completed reheat chicken thighs in air fryer recipe

Ingredient Notes

  • Chicken – This recipe is for chicken thighs. They can be skin on or skinless, bone in or boneless. You can even reheat fried chicken. The process will be the same. This method can also work for other cuts of fried chicken such as chicken wings, chicken breasts, or any chicken pieces. 

How To Reheat Chicken Thighs in Air Fryer

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F / 180 degrees C. 
  2. Unwrap the chicken thighs and discard any packaging. 
  3. Add the chicken thighs to air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece.
  4. Reheat for 3-5 minutes or until the chicken is warmed through and the skin is crispy. Flip air fryer chicken thighs halfway through cooking.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to check air fryer chicken thighs for doneness.
top down view of reheat chicken in air fryer basket

Tips For Success

  • Preheat the air fryer. 
  • Bring chicken thighs to room temperature for at least 30 minutes. 
  • Spritz the chicken skin with a small about of oil to help it crisp better. 
  • Leave space between the pieces of chicken in air fryer so the hot air can circulate. 
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket
  • Flip the air fryer chicken thighs halfway through cooking. 
  • If using, brush on sauce 1-2 minutes before the end of the cooking time. 
  • Cooking times are an estimate and should be adjusted based on the size of your chicken and the model of air fryer. 
  • The air fryer chicken thighs are done when heated to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.

Budget-Friendly Tips 

  • Buy Chicken In Bulk – Purchase chicken in bulk packages or when it’s on sale and freeze for up to 6 months. 
  • Plan for Leftovers – Eating leftovers for lunch instead of eating out is a great way to stretch the budget. I always make extra chicken thighs to have leftovers that I can reheat chicken in air fryer for lunch. 
four chicken thighs that have been reheated in the air fryer

Prep Ahead And Storage

  • Prep Ahead – Set the chicken thighs out 30 minutes before reheating. 
  • Store – Leftover chicken thighs should be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for no more than 4 days. 
  • Freeze – Chicken thighs that have been frozen should be thawed entirely before reheating in the air fryer. 

FAQs

Can I Reheat Frozen Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer?

We recommend that you thaw leftover chicken that has been frozen by placing it in the fridge overnight. Once the chicken thighs have thawed completely, you can reheat chicken thighs in air fryer as directed. 

How Long To Reheat Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer?

Reheating chicken thighs in air fryer takes 3-5 minutes. For fried chicken with crispy skin, flip halfway through the cooking time. 

How To Reheat Air Fryer Chicken Thighs Without Making It Dry?

Bringing the chicken to room temperature before air frying helps the chicken meat to stay moist while still allowing for crispy skin. The key is not to overheat the chicken. Additionally, you can add bbq sauce or a flavorful marinade to the chicken to make it moist. 

Can I Reheat Chicken Thighs In The Oven?

Yes. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C. Place the chicken on an oven safe baking tray, reheating chicken for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is heated through. Flip halfway through cooking. The chicken thighs are done when heated to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.

the finished reheat fried chicken thighs in air fryer served on a white plate

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Then check out this post and learn everything there is to know to reheat food in the air fryer.

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Weight Watchers Points

There are 7 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

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a top down view of reheat chicken thighs in air fryer that are served on a white plate with a cup of sauce

Reheat Chicken Thighs In Air Fryer

Crispy leftover chicken thighs reheat in minutes.
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Course: lunch
Cuisine: American, Western
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 247kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy | Budget Delicious

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs already cooked

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F / 180 degrees C.
  • Unwrap the chicken thighs and discard any packaging.
  • Add the chicken thighs to air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece.
  • Reheat for 3-5 minutes or until the chicken is warmed through and the skin is crispy. Flip air fryer chicken thighs halfway through cooking.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check air fryer chicken thighs for doneness.Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F / 180 degrees C.

Notes

  • Preheat the air fryer. 
  • Bring chicken thighs to room temperature for at least 30 minutes. 
  • Spritz the chicken skin with a small about of oil to help it crisp better. 
  • Leave space between the pieces of chicken in air fryer so the hot air can circulate. 
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket
  • Flip the air fryer chicken thighs halfway through cooking. 
  • Brush on any sauces 1-2 minutes before the end of the cooking time. 
  • Cooking times are an estimate and should be adjusted based on the size of your chicken and the model of air fryer. 
  • The air fryer chicken thighs are done when heated to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
  • There are 7 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Nutrition

Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 232mg | Vitamin A: 88IU | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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