Honey LEMON PEPPER Chicken Thighs | Air Fryer Recipe

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Liquid aminos provide a similar flavor profile.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Drumsticks are often cheaper and still flavorful.

Drizzle a little bit of olive oil on the chicken thighs and rub it in.

Season the chicken thighs with the displayed seasonings until well coated.

Place the chicken thighs in the air fryer skin side up.

Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 385°F for 15 minutes.

While the chicken is cooking, melt down half a stick of unsalted butter in a saucepan.

Add chicken broth to the melted butter to achieve the desired consistency.

Stir in lemon pepper seasoning and honey, mixing everything together.

Let the sauce come to a simmer until it's ready.

After 15 minutes, flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes at 385°F.

Once fully cooked, pour the honey lemon pepper sauce over the chicken thighs and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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