5 from 15 votes
Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast
This Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe uses a marinade of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs to infuse bright and savory flavors before air frying. The chicken cooks to a tender, moist texture thanks to marination and the gentle heat of the air fryer. The combination of basil and oregano enhances the herbal notes paired with garlic and black pepper. This recipe is suitable for a reliable main dish that can be served hot and garnished with lemon slices or parsley for added freshness and presentation.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Marinating Time
30 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
212 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
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).
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 212
% 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.