Description
Juicy and flavorful air fryer chicken breast recipes made with simple ingredients. This easy method delivers tender chicken in under 20 minutes with multiple seasoning variations.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: lemon juice, BBQ sauce, parmesan, honey mustard, or Cajun seasoning for variations
Instructions
1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
2. Rub olive oil evenly over both sides.
3. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning.
5. Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
6. Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
7. Cook for 12–18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
8. Check internal temperature reaches 165°F.
9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
10. Add optional sauces or toppings based on your preferred variation.
Notes
Use evenly sized chicken breasts for best results.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
You can marinate the chicken for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg