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Colorful plate of golden-brown lemon chicken bites cooked in an air fryer, garnished with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley, served on a white ceramic dish with a textured background, showcasing crispy textures and vibrant yellow lemon accents.

Zesty Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Bites

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Crispy and flavorful lemon chicken bites cooked in the air fryer, packed with zesty lemon flavor and tender chicken, perfect for a quick meal or appetizer.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until chicken is golden and cooked through.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with extra lemon slices if desired.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, add a light coating of panko bread crumbs before cooking.
  • Adjust lemon juice and zest to taste for more or less citrus flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Air frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 pieces
  • Calories: 210 Kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg