Recipes AirfryerAir Fryer Honey Lemon Chicken
Sweet, tangy and sticky, this air fryer honey lemon chicken glazes thin chicken breast slices in a honey-mustard-lemon sauce that caramelizes in the basket. It's bright and comforting at the same time, and done in under 25 minutes.
Thin slices mean it cooks fast and soaks up the glaze. Serve over rice or greens with the extra sauce spooned on top.
Ingredients
Instructions
Season & make glaze
Season the chicken slices with salt and pepper. Whisk the honey, mustard and lemon juice until smooth.
Coat
Brush the chicken all over with the glaze. Line the basket with parchment and arrange the slices with space between them, then top with lemon slices.
Air fry
Air fry at 360°F for about 12 minutes, until glazed and cooked to 165°F. Add a couple of minutes if you like them more done.
- Thin, even slices cook fast and glaze beautifully.
- Parchment keeps the sticky glaze from welding to the basket.
- Simmer leftover glaze 2 minutes to drizzle on top safely.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between this and lemon pepper chicken?
This one is sweet and tangy with honey and mustard; lemon pepper chicken is savory and peppery. Both are great — pick your flavor.
How long do thin chicken slices take in the air fryer?
About 12 minutes at 360°F, until they reach 165°F.
Can I use thighs instead?
Yes — sliced boneless thighs stay extra juicy; add 2–3 minutes.
