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Air Fryer Honey-Lime Chicken Thighs

Easy Juicy Air Fryer Honey-Lime Chicken Thighs You’ll Love

Air Fryer Honey-Lime Chicken Thighs are crispy, juicy, and coated in a sweet and tangy glaze that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinate Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Honey-Lime Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Flakes (optional)
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes to ensure crispy, golden skin.
  2. Combine honey, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, and chili flakes. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  3. Pat each chicken thigh dry, then toss in marinade, pressing gently to adhere the glaze.
  4. Place thighs skin-side down in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
  5. Air-fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, flip, then cook 5–7 minutes more until 165°F and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: garnish with extra lime zest for an extra zing. The chicken can be marinated for at least 30 minutes for better flavor absorption.

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