This Air Fryer Chicken breast is the healthier version of crispy fried chicken!
Learn how to cook the perfect air-fried chicken breast in under 30 minutes; a juicy, delicious, and totally fail-proof air-fryer chicken recipe.
Why you’ll love this Air Fryer Recipes
- Fried chicken without any excess oil
- Great make-ahead meal
- Easy and simples ingredients list
- Quick chicken breast recipe – under 20 minutes meals
- Delicious and healthy comfort food
Use this air fryer chicken breast recipe in all quick meal prep recipes like chicken salad and my favorite chicken burrito bowl, and slice it for a caesar salad or chicken sandwich. There are so many delicious possibilities!
Ingredient Notes
As I have mentioned earlier, you’ll need some spices and chicken to make these juicy and delicious air fryer chicken breasts.
- Chicken: I used skinless and boneless chicken breasts. You can substitute chicken thighs, wings, or tenderloins, but remember, the cooking time will differ for each one.
- Olive oil: or any cooking oil
- Species: I have used a simple combination of smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning
- Coriander leaves or parsley and lemon juice for garnishing
Seasoning Variations
Try your favorite spice mix or seasoning blends like homemade Italian seasoning, fajita seasoning, homemade tacos seasoning, or whatever you have in your pantry.
How To Make Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Just like our grilled chicken breast, you’ll want to add this juicy air fryer chicken recipe to your weekly helathy chicken roundups.
- Prep: Preheat the air fryer to 380℉. Rub the chicken breast with olive oil on both sides.
- Make the spice mix: take a small bowl and combine garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning (homemade recipe), salt, and pepper.
- Season the Chicken breast: Sprinkle a generous amount of the spice mix over the chicken breast and gently rub it.
- Air Fry: Place chicken breast on the air fryer basket (ensuring they don’t overlap) or cook them in batches if required. Cook for about 16-19 minutes, flipping after 10 minutes.
How Long Should You Cook Chicken In An Air Fryer?
The amount of time required to cook chicken breast in an air fryer will vary on the size and thickness of the chicken breast.
Cook the chicken breast for about 10 minutes, turn them over and cook for another 6 to 8 minutes. Now with a kitchen thermometer, check the internal temperature of the cooked chicken breast; it should read 165F or 75C.
Tips and Tricks
- Continuously flip the chicken breast halfway through the cooking to ensure it cooks evenly.
- Be sure to check the temperature of the chicken a few minutes before the cooking time to ensure it does not overcook.
- Do not forget to grease the air fryer basket to prevent the spice mix and chicken from sticking.
- Let the cooked chicken breast sit for 5 minutes before slicing it to make it extra flavourful and juicy.
What To Serve With This Air Fried Chicken Breast
- Garlic butter pasta
- The best-ever crispy air-fried potato
- Baked green beans
- My favorite Batata Harra
- Taste great over salads ( try out my southwest chicken salad!), greek rice, air fryer roasted veggies, wraps, and sandwiches.
- Air fryer broccoli
How to store leftover air-fried chicken breast?
If you have leftover chicken breasts, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 4 to 5 days.
Can you freeze air-fried chicken breast?
If you wish to freeze your fried chicken breasts, let them cool completely before you freeze them. Transfer the chicken into an air-tight box or freezer bag, and try to remove as much air from the bag as you slide the zipper close. The leftover air-fried chicken will keep in the freezer for up to 2.5 to 3 months.
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Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the air fryer to 380℉. Rub the chicken breast with olive oil on both sides.
- Make the spice mix: take a small bowl and combine garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning (homemade recipe), salt, and pepper.
- Season the Chicken breast: Sprinkle a generous amount of the spice mix over the chicken breast and gently rub it.
- Air Fry: Place chicken breast on the air fryer basket (ensuring they don’t overlap) or cook them in batches if required. Cook for about 16-19 minutes, flipping after 10 minutes.
1 comment
I bought my air fryer last week, this recipe was a breeze to follow, and the end result was a dish that looked as good as it tasted. I’m looking forward to trying more of your recipes! Thanks for sharing :)