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Greek Yogurt Lemon Chicken

Recipe by Dayami from Miami I Real Food Recipes on InstagramAdded 31 October 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 28 to cook. This Greek yogurt lemon chicken is a quick, high‑protein weeknight dinner that stays juicy inside while developing a crispy exterior. The tangy lemon and creamy yogurt create a flavorful coating, and the air‑fryer makes it ready in under 30 minutes.

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Greek Yogurt Lemon Chicken by Dayami from Miami I Real Food Recipes, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Place the chicken thighs in a bowl, add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and the seasoning mixture, then toss to coat evenly.

  2. Transfer the coated thighs to an air fryer and cook at 385°F for 20 minutes.

  3. Increase the air fryer temperature to 425°F and continue cooking for an additional 8 minutes until the chicken is crispy and cooked through.

  4. The cooked chicken is plated with a lemon half and chopped green herbs.

Tips while you cook

Even coating
Toss the chicken thighs with the yogurt, lemon juice, and seasoning mixture before air‑frying.
Two‑stage cooking
Cook at 385°F for 20 minutes, then raise to 425°F for the final 8 minutes.

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