Air Fryer Yogurt Cilantro Lime Chicken (Thighs or Breasts)
This Air Fryer Yogurt Cilantro Lime Chicken is a vibrant, herb-forward chicken dish coated in a flavorful green marinade of cilantro, lime, and garlic, then roasted to juicy perfection. Easy, healthy, and perfect for meal prep.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 293kcal
Ingredients
- 1 and ½ pounds chicken breasts skinless and boneless, or thighs (680 g)
- 1 small red onion sliced
For the marinade
- 1 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- ½ cup Greek yogurt plain, or sour cream
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium lime juiced. about 2 tbsp | 30 mL
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoons ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine cilantro, yogurt, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, onion, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.1 cup fresh cilantro, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 3 cloves garlic, 1 medium lime, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoons ground cumin, Salt and black pepper, 1 small red onion
- Add chicken to a bowl or zip-top bag, and pour ¾ of the green marinade over it. Toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor).1 and ½ pounds chicken breasts
- Preheat the air-fryer to 425°F (220°C). Arrange marinated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Air-Fry for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp: 165°F | 74°C).
- Serve warm with rice, quinoa, or flatbread. Drizzle with any more sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 211mg | Potassium: 761mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 337IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg
