Juicy 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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Marinating Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
212 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Description
The Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast delivers moist, flavorful chicken breasts through a lemon and herb marinade involving garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. The recipe calls for marinating chicken breasts from 30 minutes up to 12 hours to allow the acidity and seasonings to tenderize and penetrate the meat. Cooking in a preheated air fryer at 350°F ensures even cooking and helps achieve a light crust without drying out the chicken.
The method includes tossing the chicken in a plastic bag with the marinade, air frying it while flipping halfway, and monitoring internal temperature to reach 165°F. This approach keeps the chicken tender, juicy, and well-seasoned with bright lemon and herbal undertones balanced by garlic and pepper.
Once cooked, serve the chicken hot. Adding thin lemon slices or wedges, along with fresh chopped parsley, can brighten the dish visually and enhance its citrus notes, making it suitable for straightforward weeknight meals or a simple protein addition to salads or grains.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon basil dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
Instructions
- Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Pour in 1/2 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon salt , 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon dried basil and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Shake so that all the chicken gets covered.
- Let marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
- Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°F (177°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray. Remove chicken from marinade and place in the air fryer basket. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Cook for 12 minutes, then flip the chicken using tongs and continue cooking for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Exact cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts. Use a meat thermometer to check as the end of the cooking time approaches to avoid overcooking.
- Serve hot. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a slice of lemon (optional).
Notes
- For more presentable plating, thinly slice or wedge a medium lemon to serve on top of the chicken.
- A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley adds color and a fresh herbal contrast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 212 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1chicken breast | |
| Calories | 212kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 1200mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 526mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 223IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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