Description
Craving a tender, juicy chicken dinner without the fuss? Our Air Fryer recipe delivers! Simple seasoning (garlic, paprika, onion) yields healthy, delicious results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat the chicken breasts dry thoroughly with paper towels. Lightly brush or drizzle them with olive oil, then season generously on both sides with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Step 3: Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it. Cook for 9-10 minutes.
- Step 4: Flip the chicken breasts and continue to cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part.
- Step 5: Carefully remove the cooked chicken breasts from the air fryer and place them on a cutting board or plate. Tent loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing or serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy results.
Notes
- Keep leftover cooked chicken breast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, making future meals a breeze.
- For best results, reheat any leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, perhaps with a small splash of water or broth to maintain its wonderful juiciness.
- This versatile chicken is fantastic sliced over a fresh salad, tucked into a whole-wheat wrap, or served alongside your favorite roasted vegetables or quinoa for a satisfying and healthy dinner.
- For perfectly tender and juicy chicken every single time, always use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches exactly 165°F (74°C) at its thickest part before resting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: food recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 (approx 5 oz / 140g) cooked chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 0g