Juicy chicken breasts marinated in a blend of lemon, oil, garlic and Greek herbs and cooked in the air fryer until crispy on the outside and succulent in the middle. Air Fryer Greek Chicken is our go-to chicken recipe at the moment, as there are so many different ways to use it and the light and fresh flavours are so simple, but SO good.
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You just can't beat an air fryer for cooking chicken. Whilst we have lots of Air Fryer Chicken recipes, this might be one of our favourites. Those Greek flavours take us back to island hopping round Greece and the incredible food that was simple, never overly complicated, but the taste was just unbelievable!
We have taken chicken breasts and marinated them in a simple mixture of oil, lemon, garlic, salt, pepper, herbs, and vinegar for the perfect blend of Greek flavours.
Greek chicken in the air fryer takes less than 20 minutes to cook (extra marinating time recommended) and the ways to serve it are almost endless. It's also great for weekly meal prep.
Looking for other Greek recipes? Why not try our delicious Baked Feta with Tomatoes, juicy Greek Yogurt Chicken, impressive Greek Meze Platter or the best Greek Potatoes?
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Chicken - We used boneless and skinless chicken breasts to keep this air fryer Greek chicken recipe nice and lean. However, you could use chicken thighs which would be juicier. Just be aware that it would change the cooking time.
- Oil - Use a good quality olive oil.
- Garlic - Make sure the garlic is finely crushed, almost into a paste, to ensure even distribution in the marinade. You could use ready crushed garlic from a jar if you prefer.
- Salt and Pepper - Generously season.
- Lemon - For extra zesty flavour, use the juice and zest of a lemon.
- Dill - We would have used dried dill for ease, but we had run out. We had some liquid dill (which we LOVE), so we used that. Either will work though.
- Oregano - Dried oregano adds so much of that lovey Greek flavour.
- Red Wine Vinegar - This helps to add some acidity.
More ingredient substitutions and variations can be found in the recipe card.
How to Make Air Fryer Greek Chicken
- Step one: Put the chicken breast into a bowl and add all the other ingredients. Mix well and marinate for 2 hours.
- Step two: Cook at 180°C/350°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping over halfway through.
Serving Suggestions
Here is where the fun starts! There are SO many different ways to serve these Greek chicken breasts, and we are going to share some of our favourite ways with you.
Firstly, and our favourite, we would recommend making our Greek Chicken Bowls. Literally ALL the best Greek flavours in one bowl. Such a great way to use leftovers too, if you made a few too many.
If you just want to dip this chicken into something, then it has to be our Whipped Feta. Make extra, as you will want to dip everything into it.
Some kind of potato dish is a must alongside this air fryer Mediterranean chicken. If you have a dual air fryer, you could use the other side to make our Air Fryer Fries or Air Fryer Diced Potatoes.
Not a fan of potatoes? Go with some rice and make our Greek Rice to keep with the Greek vibes.
You could also slice up the air fryer Greek chicken and stuff it into a Homemade Flatbread with some salad, Hummus and Tzatziki.
Storage
Store: You can store leftovers of air fryer Greek chicken in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: You can store the leftover chicken in a freezer bag with the air removed. It will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Defrost: You can defrost this in the fridge overnight.
Reheat: You can reheat it in the air fryer too. It will take around 5-7 minutes, but use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature.
Dannii's Top Tips
- Make sure to keep an eye on the chicken in your air fryer, as they all cook at different rates and you don't want to overcook it and have dry chicken.
- Don't leave the chicken breast to rest in the air fryer after the cooking time has finished, otherwise they will continue cooking.
- Chicken breast sizes can vary greatly, so cooking times will vary too. Try to use chicken breasts that are the same size so they cook at the same rate.
- If you want this to cook a bit quicker, then instead of cooking whole chicken breasts, you can dice them up and mix them with the marinade and then cook them. This will take about 12-14 minutes to cook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. Use bone in and skin on chicken thighs and all the rest of the ingredients are the same. They will cook in the air fryer in about 25 minutes.
We really recommend the Ninja Foodi Max Dual. It has a huge 9.5 litre capacity, that allows you to cook two different things at once and it has 6 different cooking functions. It is 65% more efficient than an oven and uses 75% less fat than traditional cooking. And, it is also dishwasher safe.
This dish cooks in the air fryer for around 20 minutes, but the exact cooking time will depend on your air fryer and the size of your chicken breast. The best way to ensure that it is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. Chicken is cooked when it has an internal temperature of 75°C/167°F at the thickest part of the meat.
Yes, we recommend making it at least 2 hours in advance, to give the chicken time to marinade.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Greek Chicken
Ingredients
- 300 g (10.5 oz) of Chicken breast - about 150g/5.25oz per breast
- 2 tablespoon of Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves - crushed
- 1 pinch of Sea salt
- 1 pinch of Ground black pepper
- 0.5 Lemon - juice and zest only
- 0.5 teaspoon of Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon of Liquid dill
- 1 tablespoon of Red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Put the chicken breast into a bowl and add all the other ingredients. Mix well and marinate for 2 hours.
- Cook on the Air Fry setting at 180°C/350°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping over halfway through.
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Recipe Tips
- Make sure to keep an eye on the chicken in your air fryer, as they all cook at different rates and you don't want to overcook it and have dry chicken.
- Don't leave the chicken breast to rest in the air fryer after the cooking time has finished, otherwise they will continue cooking.
- Chicken breast sizes can vary greatly, so cooking times will vary too. Try to use chicken breasts that are the same size so they cook at the same rate.
- If you want this to cook a bit quicker, then instead of cooking whole chicken breasts, you can dice them up and mix them with the marinade and then cook them. This will take about 12-14 minutes to cook.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Sarah Dickinson says
Absolutely delicious! Thank you for the recipe x
Megan DiMattia says
Easy fast delicious and everyone likes it. I cut the skinless chicken breasts in half and air fried they came out juicy after the marinade locked in the juice.
Heather says
Delicious! Not only is this recipe a snap to make, it's tender, juicy, and so flavorful! Everyone loved it, thank you!
Gianne says
The chicken was perfectly juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The Greek seasoning gave it so much flavor. Definitely making this again!
Nathan says
I love simple recipes like this air fryer chicken! Such an easy way to put together a quick dinner that's still healthy and satisfying. Thanks so much for the recipe!
Sara Welch says
Enjoyed this for dinner last night and it did not disappoint! Turned out moist, delicious and quick; the perfect dinner for a busy weeknight, indeed!
NATHANAELLE M YOSHIMURA says
Really enjoying the lemon and dill in the marinade!