Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

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This foolproof recipe makes flavorful and tender air fryer chicken breasts every time, seasoned with herbs and spices.

What is needed for air fryer chicken breasts recipe?

  • Olive Oil
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • Kosher Salt
  • Oregano – Or, try one of these substitutes for oregano.
  • Paprika – Or, try one of these paprika substitutes.
  • Black Pepper
  • Garlic Powder

At what temperature do you air fry chicken breasts?

  • Cook at 370-degrees for the best flavor.

How to make air fryer chicken breasts

  • In a small bowl combine the salt and spices with oil to create a paste. Coat boneless chicken breasts with the paste. Place chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook.

How long to cook chicken breasts in the air fryer

  • Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 370-degrees for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-8 minutes cooking time, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160-degrees on an instant read thermometer. The total cook time will depend on the size of your chicken breasts (see below).

Size matters

  • Small Breasts (5-7 oz.) – 14 minutes
  • Medium Breasts (8-9 oz.) – 16 minutes
  • Large Breasts (10+ oz.) – 18 minutes
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Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

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This foolproof recipe makes flavorful and tender air fryer chicken breasts every time, seasoned with herbs and spices.
  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (***)
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl combine the salt and spices with oil to create a paste. Coat chicken breasts with the paste.
  2. Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 370-degrees for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160-degrees.
  3. Tent the chicken with tin foil and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.