Air Fryer Keto Lemon Chicken Thighs

Name: Air Fryer Keto Lemon Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a zesty lemon mixture, cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a delicious keto-friendly meal.

Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 20 minutes

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken thighs with the marinade and let them sit for at least 10 minutes.
Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 380°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
Cook Chicken: Place chicken thighs in the air fryer basket, skin side up, and cook for 20 minutes.
Check Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

Pat the chicken dry before marinating for crispier skin.
For extra lemon flavor, add lemon slices on top while cooking.
Adjust cayenne pepper to taste for desired heat level.

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