Description
Quick and easy chicken breast recipe cooked in an air fryer for a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
- Rub the chicken with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the chicken lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken breast, air fryer, easy recipe, healthy, quick