Air Fryer Chicken Breast - Easy and Juicy
Get a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time with this easy and juicy air fryer chicken breast recipe. Perfectly cooked with a crispy exterior, it's a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (butterfly them if too thick)
- Marinade/Brine of your choice at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight
- Seasoning blend of your choice e.g., olive oil, salt, cayenne pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder
Instructions
Marinate/Brine:
- Start by marinating or brining the chicken breasts to enhance their flavor and juiciness.2 boneless
- Allow them to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes, but for even better results, marinate them overnight.Marinade/Brine of your choice
Season and Coat:
- Choose your preferred seasoning blend and prepare it in a large bowl. For instance, a mixture of olive oil, salt, cayenne pepper flakes, onion powder, and garlic powder can work well.Seasoning blend of your choice
- If the chicken breasts are overly thick, consider butterflying them to ensure even cooking.
- Place the chicken breasts into the seasoning mixture and coat them thoroughly, ensuring all sides are well covered. Allow the chicken to marinate in the seasoned mixture for some time.
Preheat Air Fryer:
- Preheat your Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Air Fry Chicken:
- Once the Air Fryer is heated, place the marinated chicken breasts into the fryer basket.
- The cooking time will vary, but the goal is to achieve an internal temperature of around 150°F (65.5°C) for the chicken.
- This may take roughly 15 minutes, but be sure to turn the chicken over halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
Resting Period:
- After removing the chicken from the Air Fryer, let it rest for about 5 minutes. This resting period allows the residual heat to finish cooking the chicken from within, while also retaining its natural juices.
Serve:
- Once rested, your juicy Air Fryer chicken breasts are ready to be enjoyed. You can serve them with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes and roasted veggies.
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 50gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 151mgSodium: 3740mgPotassium: 873mgVitamin A: 71IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
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