Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe for Juicy Meals Recipe
This Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe delivers juicy and flavorful chicken with a perfect blend of spices. It’s a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious meal without the hassle of traditional cooking methods.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry, rub with olive oil, and season with spices.
- Cook Chicken: Place chicken in the air fryer, cook for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- If the chicken breasts are thick, pound them to even thickness for more consistent cooking.
- These juicy breasts are perfect for meal prep, salads, pasta, or sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
