Crispy Herb-Crusted Air-Fried Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs coated in a savory herb crust, air-fried to golden perfection with a hint of lemon zest. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (low-carb, high-protein), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, olive oil, dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp lemon zest until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Dip each thigh into the oil mixture, then coat thoroughly with 2 tbsp coconut flour, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Place thighs skin-side up in an air fryer basket, ensuring they don't overlap. Air fry at 390°F for 15 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.

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