Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs are an easy, flavorful dinner that comes together quickly. The chicken cooks beautifully in the air fryer, creating juicy air fryer chicken thighs with a lightly crisp outside and tender inside.
This lemon garlic chicken recipe is bright, zesty, and perfect when you want a healthy air fryer chicken thighs recipe that doesn't require much effort.
This easy lemon garlic air fryer chicken thighs recipe is great for busy weeknights or when you need an easy family dinner. The air fryer helps cook boneless chicken thighs quickly while keeping them juicy and full of flavor.
If you're looking for the best air fryer chicken thighs recipes that's a simple dinner, this lemon garlic chicken in the air fryer is a reliable go to meal.
If you are looking for more air fryer recipes try my Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin Bites, my Air Fryer Chicken Bites, my Gluten Free Air Fryer Turkey Breast or my Air Fryer Garlic Steak Bites.
You can find all of my meal recipes here: Gluten Free Meal Recipes
Instructions
In a small bowl whisk together the oil, garlic, lemon juice, honey, lemon zest, salt, pepper and onion powder.
Place the chicken thighs in a single layer with a little space between each in your air fryer basket.
Brush half the oil mixture over the chicken thighs.
Air fry at 350 degrees for 14 minutes. At 7 minutes flip the thighs over and brush the other half of the oil mixture onto them. Continue to air fry until done.
Chicken is done when the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165 degrees.
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Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs are an easy, flavorful dinner that comes together quickly. The chicken cooks beautifully in the air fryer, creating juicy air fryer chicken thighs with a lightly crisp outside and tender inside.
Ingredients
- 6 - Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- ¼ cup Avocado Oil or Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Zest
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Coarse Ground Black Pepper
- ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
- ½ tsp Onion Powder
Instructions
In a small bowl whisk together the oil, garlic, lemon juice, honey, lemon zest, salt, pepper and onion powder.
Place the chicken thighs in a single layer with a little space between each in your air fryer basket.
Brush half the oil mixture over the chicken thighs.
Air fry at 350 degrees for 14 minutes. At 7 minutes flip the thighs over and brush the other half of the oil mixture onto them. Continue to air fry until done.
Chicken is done when the internal temperature of the thickest part is at least 165 degrees.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Meat, Chicken
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Gluten Free
Top Tip
These chicken thighs are delicious reheated the next day. I place them on a plate and microwave them for 45 seconds to 1 minute with a cover or wet paper towel over top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Boneless chicken thighs usually take about 12-15 minutes to cook in the air fryer, depending on their size and the temperature of your air fryer. For the best results, cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the outside is lightly crisp. Air frying helps keep the chicken thighs juicy while cooking them faster than traditional oven methods.
Yes, bone in chicken thighs can also be used for this lemon garlic chicken recipe. They will take a little longer to cook, usually 18-22 minutes in the air fryer. Always check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
