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Lemon Garlic Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs

A fantastic meal prep recipe, these easy Lemon Garlic Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs are a perfect healthy weeknight staple!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 226 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs 4 thighs
  • 3 large cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Transfer the chicken thighs to a zip lock bag, along with the rest of the ingredients for the marinade.
  2. Seal the bag and shake it around until the thighs are all coated in the marinade.
  3. Marinate for at least 20 minutes in the refrigerator, but ideally for 1 to 12 hours.
  4. Preheat the Air Fryer to 375 degrees F for 3 to 5 minutes. Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer with the rounded side down. Air fry for 14 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and, air fry for another 4 to 6 minutes, or until the chicken is crispy and cooked through. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the thighs. Chicken thighs are best when cooked to an internal temperature of 185 to 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. Serve Lemon Garlic Air Fryer Boneless Chicken Thighs as a main dish with your choice of side dishes, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Note that the chicken will be fully cooked (165 degrees internal temperature) before it becomes crispy. In this sense, you’ll be cooking the chicken longer than it technically needs in order to maintain a tender inside but achieve that delicious crispy outside. To check the temperature of the chicken, insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken thigh.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Chicken Thigh Calories 226kcal (11%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 14g (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 226

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Chicken Thigh
Calories 226kcal 11%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 14g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.