Air Fryer Chicken Breast

5 from 1 vote

Juicy inside and golden outside, this Air Fryer Chicken creates a perfect weeknight dinner in under 20 minutes. I rely on this method because it guarantees tender meat without the mess of traditional frying.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings:4 people

Course:Dinner

Cuisine:American

Calories:280kcal

Cost:$15

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6-8 oz each) Pounded to even thickness
2 tablespoon olive oil Helps seasonings stick
1 teaspoon garlic powder Savory base
1 teaspoon onion powder Aromatic flavor
1 teaspoon paprika Adds color
1 teaspoon dried oregano Herbal note
1 teaspoon salt To taste
½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for heat

Equipment

1 air fryer Essential tool
1 Meat thermometer For safety
1 Tongs For flipping
1 Paper towels For drying chicken

Method

Pat the chicken dry and pound thick areas so the meat cooks uniformly.
Rub the chicken with oil and press the spice mixture gently onto the surface.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for five minutes while the meat absorbs the seasoning.
Arrange the breasts in the basket with space between them to ensure airflow.
Cook for 15 minutes at 375°F while flipping halfway through until golden brown.
Verify the internal temperature reaches 165°F using a meat thermometer for safety.
Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before slicing to keep the juices inside.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g (1 breast)Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 38gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Do not skip the resting period after cooking; I learned the hard way that cutting too soon releases the juices and leaves the meat dry.