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Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe


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Description

An air fryer chicken breast recipe is exactly what it sounds like: boneless, skinless chicken breast cooked in a countertop air fryer using rapid, circulating hot air instead of submerged oil. The result is a browned exterior and a juicy interior that mimics the texture of pan-seared chicken — but with a fraction of the fat and in roughly half the time.


Ingredients

Scale

2 medium-to-large chicken breasts (200g250g each)

½ teaspoon garlic salt

1 teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon paprika

¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Pinch of black pepper

Baking spray


Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness.
  2. Mix garlic salt, chili powder, onion powder, paprika, cinnamon, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Spray the air fryer basket with baking spray.
  4. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
  5. Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 4 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken breasts. Cook for another 4 minutes.
  7. Check internal temperature — pull at 162°F (72°C). Carryover heat brings it to 165°F.
  8. Rest for 2–3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Reheat gently in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes for best results.
Use an instant-read thermometer for reliable doneness every time.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Calories: 128
  • Fat: 1.5
  • Carbohydrates: 1
  • Protein: 28