Easy Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe
A quick and simple recipe for perfectly juicy and flavorful air fryer chicken breast with minimal ingredients. Ideal for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts preferably large
Marinade and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and pound them to an even thickness if necessary.
- Brush the chicken with olive oil and season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Marinate for 30 minutes if desired.
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F and let it heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 9 minutes, flip, then cook for another 8 to 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste and experiment with additional herbs for extra flavor.