Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs
Description
If you're looking for an easy and tasty way to cook chicken thighs, then you have to try air fryer bacon wrapped chicken thighs. They are simple to make and so delicious! Plus, the bacon adds a nice crispy crunch to the dish. Give it a try today!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs,
- 1/2 lemon, quartered
- 4-6 fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices bacon slices, or prosciutto
- 2 tablespoons honey, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375 F | 190 C and place a parchment paper in the basket.
- Wash and pat dry chicken thighs.
- In a medium bowl, add chicken thighs with lemon. Season with thyme, oregano, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Cover with foil and marinade for 10 minutes.
- Remove foil and wrap each thigh with bacon slices
- Place in the air fryer basket with quartered lemon and fry for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle honey on chicken thighs and fry for another 5 - 10 minutes.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Equipment
- Meat Thermometer
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper
Notes
Storage:
- Store any leftover bacon-wrapped chicken thighs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- To reheat, preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and place the chicken thighs in the basket.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until heated through, flipping once during reheating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 818mgPotassium: 369mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 99IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 2mg