Description
Learn how to make perfectly cooked and juicy chicken breasts in an air fryer with this easy recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
- Cooking times may vary based on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Chicken Breast