Air Fryer Chicken Breast
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Cool
5 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
257 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Breast is prepared by seasoning chicken breasts with a paprika, salt, and pepper mixture brushed with olive oil. The air fryer cooks the chicken at 360°F, initially for 10-12 minutes depending on thickness, then it’s flipped and cooked for another 10-15 minutes to reach the proper internal temperature. This method results in a lightly browned exterior and juicy interior. Resting the meat after cooking allows the juices to redistribute for better texture and flavor.
The straightforward seasoning keeps the focus on the natural chicken flavor with a mild smoky hint from paprika. The air fryer’s hot circulating air crisps the outside without drying the meat, making it a practical cooking method. This chicken breast can be served immediately or saved for future meals, suitable for slicing onto salads, sandwiches, or as a main protein in a variety of dishes.
Because of the adjustable cooking times, using a meat thermometer ensures the chicken is safely cooked but not overdone. Rest periods help preserve juiciness, which is especially important with air-fried chicken that cooks quickly.
Ingredients
- 5-6 chicken breast
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 360 degrees F. If you air fryer does not have a preheat option, then I recommend running the air fryer for approximately 5 minutes to warm up the air fryer prior to cooking the chicken.
- Then place the chicken breast in the air fryer. Brush with the olive oil.
- Combine the seasonings together in a small bowl and sprinkle the seasoning mixture on top of the chicken breasts in the air fryer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Use the longer time for thicker chicken breasts.
- Then flip the chicken breasts in the air fryer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the chicken has a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Then transfer the chicken to a plate and allow it to rest for at least 5 minutes prior to cutting.
- Serve immediately or store for future meals or meal prep!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 257 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 257kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 121mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 606mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 697mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 151IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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