Crispy Lemon-Herb Air Fryer Chicken & Veggies

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with aromatic herbs and vibrant broccoli until golden, finished with a bright lemon finish for a satisfying keto meal in under 30 minutes. This American-inspired air-fryer recipe (keto), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, broccoli florets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 545 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 545 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, garlic powder, thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer in the air fryer basket, then scatter broccoli florets around them. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and season with remaining salt and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Set air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until chicken is golden-brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and broccoli is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Transfer to a plate, squeeze 1 tbsp lemon juice over everything, and let rest for 3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.

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