Here’s a simple and delicious air fryer chicken breast recipe that’s tender, juicy, and flavorful!
Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe
Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning (optional)
Cooking spray (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps them crisp up nicely in the air fryer.
- Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and oregano/Italian seasoning. Brush the chicken breasts on both sides with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Arrange in the Air Fryer: Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure they aren’t touching to allow even cooking. You can lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook: Air fry the chicken breasts at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, flip them over and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Cooking times may vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps retain the juices, ensuring your chicken breast is moist and flavorful.
Tips:
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mix for 30 minutes to 2 hours before air frying.
Serve with a side salad, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Enjoy your delicious, juicy air-fried chicken breast!