Basic Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
4 mins
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Cook Time
11 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
2 chicken breasts
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Calories
327 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
Basic Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
Description
Basic Air Fryer Chicken Breasts delivers a simple method to cook chicken breasts using an air fryer that requires minimal seasoning. After applying olive oil and a dry rub of garlic powder, paprika, and salt, the chicken breasts are placed in the air fryer with space around them to allow even heat circulation. Cooking at 400°F, the chicken is cooked on one side for 7 minutes, then flipped to cook another 4 minutes, aiming for fully cooked, juicy chicken with a lightly seasoned crust.
The use of garlic powder and paprika adds savory and mildly smoky notes while the olive oil helps the seasoning stick and aids in achieving a lightly crispy exterior without breading. Air frying is a hands-off method suited for easy weeknight meals or when you want a quick protein without frying or baking in a conventional oven.
The recipe allows flexibility in adding breading, but the cooking time may need adjustment to ensure the chicken cooks through without drying out. The simple ingredient list shows how basic pantry staples can enhance chicken breasts using modern cooking equipment.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Rub your olive oil onto the chicken breasts then coat them with a mix of salt, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Place into your air fryer, making sure there is some space between them.
- Set the air fryer to 400F and let it cook for 7 minutes before flipping the chicken and cooking for another 4 minutes.
Notes
- Coat chicken breasts evenly with olive oil and seasoning for consistent flavor.
- Ensure space between chicken pieces in the air fryer to promote even cooking and browning.
- If choosing to bread the chicken, increase cooking time and check doneness carefully.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2chicken breasts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 327 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2chicken breasts | |
| Calories | 327kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 144mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 283mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 880mg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 635IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 2.7mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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