Lemon Chicken
35 min.
Easy
Medium
Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, this Air Fryer Lemon Chicken delivers a fresh, zesty flavor with garlic and herbs perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal.
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Chicken breast (cubed or sliced)
(1.3 lb) (600 g) chicken breast (cubed or sliced)
Lemon (juice and zest)
2 lemons (juice and zest)
Garlic cloves (minced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
Olive oil
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt
1 tsp salt
Black pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
Paprika
1 tsp paprika
Dried oregano
1 tsp dried oregano
Honey
1 tsp honey (optional, to balance acidity)
Flour
2 tbsp flour or cornstarch (for crispiness)
Fresh parsley chopped
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
35 min.
Cut the chicken into evenly sized cubes or thin fillets for even cooking.
In a bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and optional honey. Add the chicken and mix well. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour or cornstarch and toss until the chicken is lightly coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.
Place the chicken in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the basket. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through.
Increase the temperature to 200°C (390°F) and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley and a little extra lemon zest for a bright finish.
Add a small knob of butter at the end for a richer flavor. Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. For an Asian twist, add soy sauce and fresh ginger to the marinade.
Serving:
4
35 min.
Easy
Medium
Juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, this Air Fryer Lemon Chicken delivers a fresh, zesty flavor with garlic and herbs perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal.
Chicken breast (cubed or sliced)
(1.3 lb) (600 g) chicken breast (cubed or sliced)
Lemon (juice and zest)
2 lemons (juice and zest)
Garlic cloves (minced)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
Olive oil
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt
1 tsp salt
Black pepper
1/2 tsp black pepper
Paprika
1 tsp paprika
Dried oregano
1 tsp dried oregano
Honey
1 tsp honey (optional, to balance acidity)
Flour
2 tbsp flour or cornstarch (for crispiness)
Fresh parsley chopped
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
35 min.
Cut the chicken into evenly sized cubes or thin fillets for even cooking.
In a bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and optional honey. Add the chicken and mix well. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour or cornstarch and toss until the chicken is lightly coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.
Place the chicken in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the basket. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through.
Increase the temperature to 200°C (390°F) and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley and a little extra lemon zest for a bright finish.
Add a small knob of butter at the end for a richer flavor. Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. For an Asian twist, add soy sauce and fresh ginger to the marinade.
Serving:
4
