Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Name: Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lb Boneless Chicken Thigh; 1 whole Cooking Spray; 1 tsp Dried Oregano; 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 tsp Lemon; 3 cloves Minced Garlic; 0.25 cup Panko; 1 tsp Paprika; 0.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes; 0.5 tsp Salt

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Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken features juicy boneless thighs coated in a savory blend of lemon zest, garlic, oregano, and Parmesan with a light panko crunch. Each bite balances bright citrus with nutty cheese and gentle heat from crushed red pepper. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner, it delivers tender, well-seasoned chicken straight from the air fryer.

Prep20 mins
Cook12 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Gather all the ingredients.
2

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
3

Place the chicken in a large bowl. Add the garlic, lemon zest, paprika, oregano, salt, and crushed red pepper; toss to coat the chicken with the seasonings.
4

Combine the Parmesan cheese and panko in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken in the Parmesan mixture to coat. Sprinkle any remaining mixture over the chicken; pat to help it stick.
5

Generously coat the chicken with cooking spray.
6

Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the chicken in the prepared basket (cook in batches, if needed). Air fry for 12 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center reads 170 degrees F (77 degrees C).
7

Serve immediately. Recipe Tip Serve with a simple salad. Whisk together 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 tablespoon honey in a large bowl. Add 6 cups baby arugula and/or baby spinach and toss to coat.