Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Juicy and tender air fryer chicken breast made in under 30 minutes, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Optional: Your favorite herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Season the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this mixture all over the chicken breasts for maximum flavor.
- Marinate: Let the chicken marinate for 15-30 minutes if time allows.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t touch. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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