Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Garlic
Juicy, golden chicken thighs roasted in the air fryer with garlic, olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper. Quick to prepare, packed with flavor, and perfect for a cozy winter meal.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Air fryer
- Tongs or spatula
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Mix garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Rub over chicken thighs. Marinate 30 min (or longer if time allows).
- Preheat air fryer: 180°C / 360°F for 3–5 min.
- Air fry chicken: Place skin-side down in basket, leaving space between pieces. Cook 15 min, then flip skin-side up and cook 15–17 min more, until internal temp reaches 75°C / 165°F.
- Rest: Let chicken rest 5 min before serving.
Notes
Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the thighs and your air fryer model.
Ensure chicken is fully cooked; juices should run clear.
Serve with sides like hot sauce, crème fraîche, pan-fried onions, Brussels sprouts, or a chickpea salad for a complete, cozy meal.