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Air fryer chicken breasts, a tender and juicy chicken breast cooked simply in the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Chicken Breasts

Air fryer chicken breasts, tender, juicy, chicken breasts cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer chicken breasts, baked chicken breast, cooked chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 162kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

  • Begin by pounding the chicken breasts to an even thickness. This step ensures they cook evenly and remain juicy.

Season the Chicken

  • In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil, then sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides.

Cook in the Air Fryer

  • Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (if needed).
  • Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken and continue cooking for an additional 4-8 minutes.
  • Check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 160°F.

Rest and Serve

  • Once done, tent the chicken with foil and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring every bite is moist and flavorful.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.5mg