Crispy Lemon Chicken with bbq pineapple

Juicy chicken breast marinated with lemon, garlic, and herbs, then air-fried until golden and crisp.

Sweet and smoky pineapple bites with a hint of spice, perfect as a snack or side dish.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Servings
2 servings
Category

Main Course

Cuisine

Fusion

Ingredients

  • 225g chicken breast (cubed);
  • 1 tbsp olive oil;
  • 15-20ml lemon juice;
  • 2-4g lemon zest;
  • 6-8g garlic (minced);
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano;
  • 1/2 tsp paprika;
  • salt to taste;
  • black pepper to taste;
  • 3-5g fresh parsley
  • 200g pineapple cut in to slice
  • 2 tsp peri peri powder
  • black salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil or butter

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken and mix well. Marinate for 15-30 minutes.
  3. Place the chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Air fry at 190°C for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
  6. Toss pineapple with peri peri powder, black salt, and oil or melted butter.
  7. Arrange in the air fryer basket.
  8. Air fry at 200°C for 8-10 minutes until lightly caramelized.
  9. Serve warm.