Description
Crispy, herbed Greek chicken bites with zesty lemon, garlic, and thyme, air-fried to perfection. Juicy, golden, and ready in 17 minutes for a fresh Mediterranean twist.
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken breasts, skinless
2 lemons (1 juiced, 1 zested)
2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion granules
2 cloves garlic (paste)
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C)
Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces
In a bowl, mix lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, paprika, onion granules, garlic, and salt/pepper
Toss chicken in marinade until coated
Transfer to air fryer basket, single layer
Air fry 15-17 minutes, flipping halfway
Notes
Marinate up to 2 hours for deeper flavor
Brush extra lemon juice after cooking for a glossy finish
Serve with Greek salad or pita for a complete meal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 95mg