Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
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Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs
Description
The chicken thighs are coated in a smooth marinade made from Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and half of the Cajun seasoning, then refrigerated for at least two hours to allow the flavors to penetrate and to tenderize the meat. After marinating, the thighs are lightly seasoned on the surface with paprika, dried herbs, and the remaining Cajun seasoning.
Cooking in the air fryer at 400°F crisps the outside evenly, flipping halfway through the 14-minute cook time to ensure both sides develop a browned crust. The internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe, juicy chicken. The lemon juice added both in the marinade and served as wedges brightens the flavor, balancing the spice and creaminess from the yogurt.
This preparation yields boneless, skinless chicken thighs that stay moist inside while yielding a slightly crisp exterior without needing oil frying.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt nonfat
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 lemon (halved)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning divided, McCormick Gourmet brand
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (such as herbs de Provence)
- 8 chicken thigh trimmed of fat (36 ounces total, boneless, skinless
Instructions
- In a blender or jar (if using an immersion blender), combine the yogurt, garlic,juice from half the lemon, and 1/2 tablespoon of the cajun seasoning and blend until smooth. Reserve the other lemon half for serving.
- Put the chicken in a large dish that will fit it in an even layer. Pour the yogurt marinade over the chicken and toss to coat, making sure each piece is completely coated.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, and up to 6.
- When you're ready to air fry, lightly oil the air fryer basket.
- Remove the chicken from the dish and remove all but a thin layer of the marinade. Season with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of the cajun seasoning, paprika and dried herbs.
- Air fry the thighs 400°F in a single layer, in batches as needed for 14 minutes, flipping half way or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and both sides are browned.
- Once cooked, cut the remaining lemon half into wedges, and serve alongside the chicken.
Notes
- The chicken thighs are zero weight watchers points with the updated points system, reflecting the low-calorie ingredients used.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 384 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2pieces | |
| Calories | 384kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 22.5g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 214.5mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 443.5mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% |
| Sugar | 1.5g | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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