Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken
Juicy air fryer chicken breasts marinated in lemon, garlic, and spices.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil olive or vegetable oil can be substituted
- 3 teaspoons lemon juice
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can be substituted
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 –3 cloves garlic finely minced or grated
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (8 oz each), trimmed
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together avocado oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat well. Let them marinate while the air fryer finishes preheating.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Place chicken inside, leaving space between each piece.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip the chicken, then continue cooking for 5–7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Remove chicken, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5–7 minutes. Carryover cooking will bring it to 165°F.
- Garnish and serve warm.
- This Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken stays incredibly juicy thanks to resting time and even air circulation.
Notes
Substitute chicken thighs if preferred