Description
A flavorful air fryer lemon garlic chicken fillet recipe that combines zesty lemon and aromatic garlic for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken fillets (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken fillets in the marinade and coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- Arrange the marinated chicken fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Chicken can be marinated overnight for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: air fryer lemon garlic chicken fillet recipe, chicken recipe, air fryer recipes