Crispy Lemon Herb Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Crispy Lemon Herb Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken thighs very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin. Trim any excess skin or fat if desired.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Rub the herb and lemon mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated, especially under the skin if possible.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. If your air fryer requires preheating, allow it to reach temperature for about 5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 5
Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Cook the chicken thighs for 10 minutes at 375°F.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 375
- 7
After 10 minutes, increase the air fryer temperature to 400°F and continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 175°F-180°F (for thighs) and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken once halfway through this higher-temperature cooking time if you notice uneven browning.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 8
Carefully remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them rest on a cutting board or plate for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
⏱️ 5 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Lemon Herb Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken thighs very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for crispy skin. Trim any excess skin or fat if desired.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Rub the herb and lemon mixture all over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated, especially under the skin if possible.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. If your air fryer requires preheating, allow it to reach temperature for about 5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 5
Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Cook the chicken thighs for 10 minutes at 375°F.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 375 - 7
After 10 minutes, increase the air fryer temperature to 400°F and continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 175°F-180°F (for thighs) and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken once halfway through this higher-temperature cooking time if you notice uneven browning.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 8
Carefully remove the chicken thighs from the air fryer and let them rest on a cutting board or plate for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
⏱️ 5 min