Crispy Keto Air-Fried Chicken Thighs with Herbed Butter

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Succulent chicken thighs seasoned with aromatic herbs and air-fried to golden crispness, served with a fragrant lemon-herb butter that melts into every bite for a satisfying low-carb dinner. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (keto, low carb), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, garlic powder, dried thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 25 min Serves 2 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 12 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Lightly brush with 1 tbsp olive oil to help the seasonings adhere.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring no overlap. Cook at 390°F for 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the skin is deeply golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley and 1 tbsp lemon juice, stirring constantly until the butter is fragrant and the herbs are coated, about 1 minute (do not let butter brown).
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken from air fryer and rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with the warm herb butter, ensuring each piece is generously coated before serving.

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