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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Easy Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe delivers perfectly cooked, juicy chicken using a flavorful spice rub. Ready in just 25 minutes, this method uses an air fryer to quickly and evenly cook boneless, skinless chicken breasts to a tender finish with minimal effort and cleanup. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Spice Rub

  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Other

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Bring chicken to room temperature: Take the chicken breasts out of the fridge 15-20 minutes prior to starting the recipe so they can warm up slightly, which helps ensure even cooking.
  2. Prepare spice rub: In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to make the spice rub.
  3. Coat chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a plate and evenly coat all sides with olive oil using your hands, then rub the prepared spice mix all over the chicken until fully covered.
  4. Preheat air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat for a few minutes to get the basket hot.
  5. Air fry chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8 minutes, then flip the chicken breasts over and continue cooking for an additional 4 to 10 minutes, depending on their size. Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check for doneness; remove the chicken when it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  6. Rest before serving: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, which will bring the temperature up to a safe 165°F (74°C). Slice and serve.
  7. Cooking time guide by size: For small chicken breasts (~6 oz), cook 4-5 more minutes after flipping. For medium (~8 oz), cook 6-7 more minutes. For large (~10 oz), cook 8-10 more minutes.

Notes

  • Using an instant-read meat thermometer is highly recommended to avoid overcooking and ensure the chicken is tender and juicy.
  • Allowing the chicken to rest after cooking is essential for the best texture and juiciness.
  • Seasoning quantities can be adjusted to taste for more or less spice.

Find it online: https://oliviadinner.com/easy-air-fryer-chicken-breast-recipe/