Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Rest time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
330 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken
Description
Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken uses a marinade combining lemon juice and zest, avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to impart bright, smoky, and herbaceous flavors to the chicken breasts. After marinating, the chicken is air fried at 370°F with moderate spacing between pieces to ensure even cooking. Turning the breasts halfway through ensures a uniform crust and thorough cooking. The internal temperature should reach 160°F before resting.
The finished chicken is juicy with a light citrus tang and mellow smokiness from the paprika. Resting allows juices to redistribute, maintaining moistness. Garnishing with fresh minced parsley and a squeeze of lemon adds brightness and aroma to the dish.
This chicken works well as a simple main course served alongside vegetables, rice, or salad. The air frying method offers a convenient alternative to oven roasting with less active cooking time. The recipe scales easily by cooking in batches if needed.
The included oven directions provide an alternative method for baking at 425°F for 16-20 minutes, also followed by resting. Using an instant-read thermometer is recommended for precise doneness.
Ingredients
Garnishes
- lemon zest
- lemon to add a squirt of lemon juice, wedges
- parsley fresh, minced
Instructions
Make marinade and prepare
- Preheat air fryer to 370°F.
- In a mixing bowl, add the avocado oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried parsley, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic. Whisk to combine well.
- Add chicken to bowl, and turn to coat. Let chicken sit in the marinade while the air fryer finishes preheating.
Air fry
- Lightly spray the basket of the air fryer with a nonstick cooking spray (we love a non-aerosol avocado oil spray), then add chicken, leaving some room in between each breast to allow the air to circulate.
- Cook for 10 minutes, then open the basket and turn the chicken over. Continue air frying another 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (an internal thermometer is super helpful, and relatively cheap).
Rest
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and place on a plate, tent some aluminum foil over the top, and let rest for 5-7 minutes. This will allow the chicken to rest (so the juices can redistribute), and the chicken will actually continue to cook a bit (this is called carryover cooking), and rise several more degrees to reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Garnish and serve
- Serve chicken garnished with some fresh parsley, and a wedge of lemon, which can be squeezed over the chicken for an added pop of flavor.
Notes
- This recipe yields two chicken breasts; increase quantities or cook in batches for larger portions.
- The oven method heats chicken at 425°F for 16-20 minutes; rest after cooking as for air fryer method.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 160°F internally for safe doneness.
- Resting chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes after cooking helps retain juices and enhances tenderness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 330 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 330kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 845mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 887mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 565IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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