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Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

This delicious air fryer chicken breast comes out perfectly cooked and juicy every single time. Coated in a sweet and salty maple syrup glaze, you only need 4 ingredients and it's ready to serve in less than 30 minutes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 396 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless chicken breasts 10-16 ounces each, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

Instructions

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  1. Preheat Air Fryer to 380℉ for 5 minutes while preparing chicken breasts.
  2. Using a small spoon or pastry brush, brush the top of each chicken breast with maple syrup.
  3. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and salt. Divide rub equally and press on top of each chicken breast, pressing into the syrup so it is covered evenly.
  4. Place prepared chicken breast in the Air Fryer basket. Select chicken, making sure the temperature is 380℉. Cook time is 16-20 minutes. Be sure to flip chicken over halfway to cook evenly.
  5. Optional: Drain the juices from the tray and baste the chicken breast before serving.

Notes

  • If using smaller chicken breasts (4-8 oz each) halve the recipe using the following amounts: 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup. Cook time is 12-15 minutes.
  • If using smaller chicken breasts (4-8 oz each) halve the recipe using the following amounts: 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup. Cook time is 12-15 minutes.
  • General Notes for cooking chicken in the airfryer:
  • Storage: Store Air Fryer chicken breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.
  • Store Air Fryer chicken breast in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.
  • You can cook 4-6 oz. frozen breasts in the airfryer without thawing first, 24 minutes total--12 minutes on each side will completely cook the chicken.
  • The cooking time for larger breasts will be longer, at 20 minutes. I did ten minutes on each side.
  • When I make chicken in the airfryer, I use 90 seconds for each pound as a guide cooking time, and it has been pretty accurate. Sometimes chicken breasts are thicker cuts, and need another minute or two.

Nutrition Information

Calories 396kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 60g (120%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 181mg (60%) Sodium 1496mg (62%) Potassium 1071mg (31%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 85IU (2%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 396

% Daily Value*

Calories 396kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 60g 120%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 181mg 60%
Sodium 1496mg 62%
Potassium 1071mg 23%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 85IU 2%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.