Description
Delicious and crispy Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites, inspired by Asian flavors and perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Bites:
- 2 lbs. Chicken Thighs skin-on
- 1.5 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1 to 1 1/2 whole lemons)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 sprays avocado oil for the air fryer basket
Serving:
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
- Sprinkle Furikake (optional)
- Extra lemon wedges on the side (about a quarter to half of one whole lemon)
Instructions
- To prep: Debone the chicken thighs and dice them slightly larger than bite sizes. Transfer to a container and add salt, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Marinate overnight in the fridge.
- To air fry: Lightly spray air fryer basket with avocado oil. Place chicken skin-side up in the basket, ensuring they do not overlap. Air fry at 380F (193C) for 18-20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- To serve: Transfer chicken to a serving plate, sprinkle with chives and furikake, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Can I use skinless/boneless chicken thighs? You can, but the dish won’t be as flavorful without the crispy skin.
- Can I use black pepper instead of white pepper? Yes, but white pepper enhances the Asian-inspired flavors of the dish.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for extra flavor. Perfect for make-ahead preparation.
- If using the oven, follow the provided instructions for baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
