Air Fryer Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in garlic and herbs, air-fried to golden perfection, served with tender asparagus spears. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (high-protein, low-carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper in a bowl until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange chicken skin-side up on the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper, leaving space between pieces. Air fry at 375°F for 12 minutes, then flip and cook 8 more minutes until golden brown and juices run clear.
  3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, toss asparagus with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Place in air fryer basket around chicken for the last 8 minutes of cooking.
  4. Step 4: Transfer chicken and asparagus to a plate, drizzle with lemon juice, and serve immediately.

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