on Jun 03, 2022, Updated Mar 26, 2024
Why You’ll Love Lemon Pepper Chicken
This recipe is a dream for busy weeknights! You can have the 🍗 chicken marinating overnight, so all you need to do when you get home is bring it up to room temperature and air-fry until done. The results are juicy pieces of chicken thighs, with a flavourful spice blend and the crispiest skin. Serve this with a side of potatoes, a 🥗 quick salad or steamed broccoli and carrots for a wholesome weeknight meal the whole family with love.
How to Prepare Lemon Pepper Chicken
🍗 First, add the chicken to a bowl, and then add the rest of the ingredients. Massage it altogether really well with clean hands. ❄️ Now, cover the chicken and let it sit and marinate on the counter for one hour or in the fridge overnight. 🔥 Next, transfer it into the air-fryer and air-fry at 380F for 15-20 minutes. 🌡️ The cook time will depend on the size of the chicken but you can always insert an instant-read thermometer to be sure. 🥗 Finally, remove the chicken from the air-fryer and enjoy with your favorite side dish.
Variations and Substitutions for Lemon Pepper Chicken to
Best Served With
A simple side 🥗 salad such as my Greek Feta Salad, or Simple Green Salad. My Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes or 🍠 Roasted Sweet Potatoes would be delicious if you have time to turn on the oven. Or keep it really simple and quick by steaming some 🥦 broccoli and serve with 🍚 rice.
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