Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Juicy chicken breast in air fryer, ready in under 25 minutes. Simple seasoning, no marinating required, and a foolproof internal-temp method that keeps it from drying out.
Equipment
- 1 air frayer any basket-style model, 3.5 qt or larger
- 1 Instant-read meat thermometer optional
- 1 Mixing bowl small, for seasoning the chicken
- 1 Oil mister or basting brush optional
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, 6-8 oz each
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0,5 tsp onion powder
- 0,5 tsp salt plus more if brining
- 0,25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts completely dry with a paper towel.
- If using a quick brine, soak breasts in salted water for 15 minutes, then pat dry again.
- Rub each breast with olive oil, then coat evenly with the garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3-4 minutes.
- Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket, leaving space around each piece.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip, then continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes.
- Check internal temperature at the thickest point — pull at 163-165°F.
- Rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board before slicing.