4.6 from 28 votes
Juicy Air Fryer (or Grilled) Chicken
Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
120 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast raw
- 2 cups water
- 3 tbsp brine mix homemade
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning Oh My Spice! brand
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- water
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add brine mix and stir until dissolved. Pour over ice in a flat bottomed resealable container. Add chicken, then add additional water until chicken is submerged. Brine for at least 5 hours or up to 12 hours.
- Remove chicken from brine and rinse with cold water. Pat dry on a paper towel, then pound down the thicker end of the chicken breast until they are even thickness across.
- Rub the chicken with 1 tsp olive oil until evenly coated. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and Oh My Spice! seasoning.
- Pre-heat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Air fry the chicken at 400°F for 11-12 minutes, or until chicken reaches 160° in the thickest part of the chicken, flipping the chicken halfway through. Set aside to rest for about 3-5 mintes before slicing.
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Notes
- Grill instructions: Follow the same instructions above through Step 3. Pre-heat grill to 400°. Grill chicken 6 minutes on first side, then flip and grill 4-5 minutes on other side until chicken reaches 160° in the thickest part of the breast. Allow chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
120kcal
(6%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Cholesterol
80mg
(27%)
Sodium
153mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 120kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 153mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.