Description
Juicy, flavorful chicken breasts made easy in the air fryer with a delicious blend of spices—perfectly crispy and tender every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar (optional, for caramelization)
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for a crispy finish)
- Optional: chili flakes, lemon zest, or cumin
- Optional: splash of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness using a meat mallet.
- Pat dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture.
- Rub chicken with olive oil.
- Combine all seasonings and coat chicken evenly.
- Let chicken rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip, then cook an additional 6–8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a digital thermometer to ensure doneness. Add your favorite seasonings or marinades for a custom twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: air fryer, chicken breast, healthy, easy, low carb