Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
18 mins
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Total Time
23 mins
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Servings
2 Servings
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Calories
557 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
Description
Air Fryer Chicken Breasts use a seasoned coating of avocado oil mixed with optional stone-ground mustard and a dry rub of garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley, and sea salt. The chicken breasts are cooked evenly by flipping halfway through a total of 18 minutes at 350°F, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety and juiciness. Resting the meat for 10 minutes post-cooking lets the juices settle, enhancing tenderness. The recipe also offers a way to prepare air-fried broccoli florets with avocado oil and sea salt after the chicken cooks, providing a simple vegetable side.
The seasoning blend brings balanced herbal and smoky notes while the air frying crisps the exterior without drying the meat. The broccoli adds a roasted texture and fresh contrast. Together, they make an uncomplicated, wholesome meal with minimal cleanup and time.
To enhance flavor, onion powder can be added alongside the garlic powder if available. Using a meat thermometer is recommended to confirm doneness. Resting the chicken is essential for juicy results, and the broccoli can be air fried in the meantime.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast large
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 Tbsp mustard optional, stone ground
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp parsley dried
- 1/2 tsp salt sea salt
For the Broccoli:
- 1 broccoli chopped into florets, bunch
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste, sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- Stir the avocado oil and mustard together in a small bowl. Stir together the sea salt, garlic powder, paprika, and dried parsley in a separate bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts with avocado oil mustard mixture then sprinkle with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer and air fry for 9 minutes at 350. Flip the chicken and air fry for another 9 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. The best way to ensure the chicken is fully cooked is to use a meat thermometer.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to distribute throughout the meat, leaving you with a juicy, tender texture.
- If you’re air frying up some broccoli, you can do so after the chicken is finished cooking, while it’s resting.
For the Broccoli:
- Chop the broccoli into florets and place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Use your hands to toss everything together until it’s well-coated.
- Transfer the broccoli to the air fryer and Air Fry at 400 for 5 minutes.
- Check on the broccoli and air fry for another 1 to 2 minutes if needed.
Notes
- If available, add 1/2 teaspoon onion powder with 1 teaspoon garlic powder for added flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety and juiciness.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes after air frying to redistribute juices and improve tenderness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 557 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 2 | |
| Calories | 557kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 75g | 150% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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