Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs - Ready in 20 Minutes

Curated Recipe Originally by Skinnytaste Added: December 16, 2025 Updated: Feb 1, 2026

Wholesome and satisfying, this satisfying dinner contains 16g of protein. The recipe highlights chicken (lean protein for muscle repair and satiety) and lemon (vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion). With a solid gut health profile, this dish offers digestive benefits. Naturally gluten-free, low-carb.

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We curated this recipe from Skinnytaste because it aligns with our mission to find nutritious, gut-friendly meals. Our team analyzes each recipe for nutritional balance, ingredient quality, and digestive health benefits.

๐Ÿ’ช 16g protein per serving
โšก 213 cal - balanced portion
๐Ÿฆ  Gut Score 77 - microbiome friendly
๐Ÿฅ— 8+ whole ingredients

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B 77/100

Gut Health Score AI Analysis

"This recipe offers good support for digestive wellness. Onion provides prebiotic compounds supporting microbiome diversity. Lemon provides vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion. Chicken provides lean protein supporting muscle and gut repair. Notable benefits include prebiotic garlic, prebiotic alliums, and quality poultry."

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Prep Time
5 min
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Cook Time
24 min
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Servings
6
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Difficulty
Easy

๐Ÿ“ BetterEats Summary

Gut Health Score: B (77/100)

This recipe offers good support for digestive wellness. Onion provides prebiotic compounds supporting microbiome diversity. Lemon provides vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion. Chicken provides lean protein supporting muscle and gut repair. Notable benefits include prebiotic garlic, prebiotic alliums, and quality poultry.

โœ“ prebiotic garlic โœ“ prebiotic alliums โœ“ quality poultry

Nutrition (per serving): 213 cal ยท 16g protein ยท 1.5g carbs ยท 15.5g fat

chicken thighs, with bone and skin lemon kosher salt /4 teaspoon black pepper garlic powder onion powder /2 teaspoon sweet paprika /2 teaspoon dried herbs, such as herbs de provence or dried oregano

๐Ÿฆ  Gut Health Score

B

This recipe offers good support for digestive wellness. Onion provides prebiotic compounds supporting microbiome diversity. Lemon provides vitamin C and citric acid aiding digestion. Chicken provides lean protein supporting muscle and gut repair. Notable benefits include prebiotic garlic, prebiotic alliums, and quality poultry.

This score is for general informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

โœ“ prebiotic garlic โœ“ prebiotic alliums โœ“ quality poultry

Gut Health Grading Scale:

A = Excellent B = Good C = Moderate D = Low F = Poor

Based on anti-inflammatory ingredients, fiber content, fermented foods, and avoiding processed ingredients & seed oils.

๐Ÿ“Š Nutrition Facts (per serving)

213
calories
16g
protein
1.5g
carbs
15.5g
fat

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