Air Fryer Crispy Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs
Air Fryer Crispy Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs with a crispy skin, infused with lemon and garlic flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and let them sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 375°F and preheat for 5 minutes.
- Arrange Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, skin side up.
- Cook Chicken: Air fry at 375°F for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Check Doneness: Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Tips
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels before marinating for extra crispy skin.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to lock in juices.
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