Name: Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Various
Ingredients: – 2 lbs. (907 g) Chicken Thighs skin-on; – 1.5 tsp (7.5 ml) coarse sea salt; – 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder; – 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) onion powder; – 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) white pepper; – 1/4 cup (60 ml) lemon juice (about 1 to 1 1/2 whole lemons); – 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil; – 2-3 sprays avocado oil for the air fryer basket; – 2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped chives; – Sprinkle Furikake (optional); – Extra lemon wedges on the side (about quarter to half of one whole lemon)

Description

Discover how to make delicious Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites with this easy recipe. Crispy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick meal or snack!

Ingredients

– 2 lbs. (907 g) Chicken Thighs skin-on
– 1.5 tsp (7.5 ml) coarse sea salt
– 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) onion powder
– 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) white pepper
– 1/4 cup (60 ml) lemon juice (about 1 to 1 1/2 whole lemons)
– 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
– 2-3 sprays avocado oil for the air fryer basket
– 2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped chives
– Sprinkle Furikake (optional)
– Extra lemon wedges on the side (about quarter to half of one whole lemon)

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Instructions

Detach the bones from the chicken thighs and cut them into pieces that are a bit larger than bite-sized. If you need guidance on deboning, refer to the blog post with pictures or the web story. Place the pieces in a container that fits them snugly.
Incorporate the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Stir gently, ensuring all pieces are coated with lemon juice. Refrigerate to marinate overnight, up to a full day.
Give the air fryer basket a light spray of avocado oil. Arrange the chicken with the skin facing upward, ensuring the pieces are not too close (some touching is okay, but avoid overlapping) to allow each piece to become crispy.
Cook in the air fryer at 380°F (193°C) for 18 to 20 minutes. The skin should turn golden and crispy, and the chicken should be fully cooked but still juicy. For accuracy, check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) with a digital meat thermometer.
Move the chicken bites to a serving dish of medium size. Top with chopped chives and furikake, if desired, and present with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy while hot.

Notes

Consider enhancing the flavor by sprinkling Furikake over the cooked chicken.
Ensure proper spacing in the air fryer basket for even crisping of the chicken thighs.
Check the chicken’s internal temperature using a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.