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    Apr 29, 2021 · Modified: Mar 24, 2022 by Chelsea · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Air Fryer Chicken Breast

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    Learn about how to make the juiciest Air Fryer Chicken Breast that is life-changing! Ready in 15 minutes!

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    I have fallen in love with these juicy air-fried chicken breasts! The seasonings are very similar to my popular Perfect Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts. These air-fried boneless chicken breasts are great for making the night of or even meal prepping on a Sunday afternoon.

    Chicken breasts can be so finicky when cooking because they can dry out so fast, but the air fryer takes the guesswork out for you and you will have the juiciest air fried chicken breasts. The best part they only take 15 minutes start to finish, depending on thickness. If your chicken breasts are huge, I recommending slicing them in half length-wise.

    what I love about this recipe:

    • Juicy and tender chicken breasts in 15 minutes!
    • No need to brine your chicken breasts to create juicy chicken.
    • Perfect for meal prepping!
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    what to serve with air fried chicken breast?

    Air Fryer Chicken Breast is perfect with almost any side dish you can think of, especially air fryer sides!

    TOPPINGS:

    ✔ Fresh herbs
    

    Side Dishes:

    All of my side dish recipes are here, but here are a few I think that would be delicious:

    • Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
    • Air Fryer Baked Potato
    • Collard Greens with Bacon
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    ingredients needed for air fryer boneless chicken breast:

    • Chicken Breasts - boneless, skinless chicken breasts are perfect. If your chicken breasts are huge, slice them in half lengthwise.
    • Olive Oil
    • Garlic Powder
    • Onion Powder
    • Paprika
    • Chili Powder - Just enough to add a little touch of color with a tiny bit of heat, not much is used and doesn't make the chicken breasts spicy.
    • Italian Seasoning
    • Salt and Pepper
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    frequently asked questions:

    How long do you cook chicken breasts in an air fryer?

    I like to cook my boneless, skinless chicken breasts for 10 minutes at 380℉, then flip and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165℉.

    Can you put raw chicken in the air fryer?

    Absolutely!

    Can you stack chicken breasts in the air fryer?

    I do not recommend stacking anything in the air fryer. It prevents anything from getting crispy and cooking correctly.

    Do you have to flip chicken breasts in the air fryer?

    Yes! I like to flip them over after 10 minutes. It ensures your chicken breasts are cooking evenly.

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    recipe shortcuts

    Sometimes we are short on time and need to prep things ahead of time. Here are a few ideas that can help make this recipe even faster for you!

    ✔ Prep ahead – You can rub the oil and season the chicken breasts ahead of time. However, there isn't much prepping ahead you can do besides cooking them for meal prepping.
    ✔ Cook ahead – You can cook these chicken breasts ahead of time; remember, if you are reheating the chicken breasts, only cook until 160℉ instead of 165℉, so they do not dry out.
    ✔ Freezer meal – Put cooked and cooled chicken breasts into an airtight container or a freezer bag and freeze.

    freezer meal instructions

    These air fryer chicken breasts are the perfect freezer meal! You can either prep this before cooking or after cooking. For best results, use within 4 months.

    TO FREEZE BEFORE COOKING:

    1. Rub the chicken breasts with oil, then rub the seasoning mix onto them. Place into a freezer bag or freezer-friendly container.
    2. Freeze.
    3. When ready to cook, add to the slow cooker. If you are cooking from frozen, the chicken will need additional cooking time. Frozen chicken breasts can be thawed before cooking by placing them in the refrigerator 24-48 hours beforehand.
    4. Cook as directed.

    TO FREEZE AFTER COOKING:

    1. Prepare recipe as directed.
    2. Allow the chicken breasts to cool to room temperature.
    3. Package in freezer bags or a freezer-friendly container.
    4. Freeze.
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    recommended tools

    • Air Fryer - My tried-and-true air fryer that cooks perfectly and evenly.
    • Tongs - Use these tongs for everything.
    • Glass Mixing Bowl - Perfect for mixing all of the ingredients together and coating the chicken breasts.

    leftovers

    Leftovers are my favorite! They save and reheat well. To save them, place them into a container once cooled to room temperature. The chicken breasts are good in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and up to 4 months in the freezer.

    more easy air fryer recipes

    If you loved this recipe, here are a few more easy chicken recipes and air fryer recipes you will love!

    You can check out all of my easy dinner recipes here or see a few of our readers’ favorites below:

    • Baked Cajun Chicken Breasts
    • Ground Beef Tacos
    • Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Breasts
    • Chicken Broccoli Casserole
    5 from 99 votes
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    Air Fryer Chicken Breast
    Prep Time
    10 mins
    Cook Time
    15 mins
     

    Learn about how to make the juiciest Air Fryer Chicken Breast that are life-changing! Ready in 15 minutes!

    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: air fryer, chicken breasts
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 124 kcal
    Ingredients
    • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengtwise to create 4 chicken breasts
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 1 tsp paprika
    • ½ tsp chili powder
    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp pepper
    Instructions
    1. Rub the olive oil on all sides of the chicken breasts, set aside.

    2. Mix together your seasoning blend and rub the chicken breasts on all sides until they are coated.

    3. Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer. Air fry at 380°F for 10 minutes, then flip and air fry for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F,

    4. Remove the chicken breasts and allow the chicken breasts to rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

    Nutrition Facts
    Air Fryer Chicken Breast
    Amount Per Serving (0.5 lb)
    Calories 124 Calories from Fat 48
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5.3g8%
    Saturated Fat 1.1g7%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3.2g
    Cholesterol 59mg20%
    Sodium 328.9mg14%
    Carbohydrates 1.8g1%
    Fiber 0.7g3%
    Sugar 0.2g0%
    Protein 17.7g35%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. RuthAnn says

      September 14, 2021 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      Quick, easy, very moist and tender chicken! Great for make ahead meals!

      Reply
    2. April says

      September 24, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      5 stars
      This was great! Followed directions exactly and the ck was moist and tasty even our 10 month old was able to eat it!

      Reply
    3. Beck & Bulow says

      October 12, 2021 at 3:15 am

      5 stars
      Absolute delicious. Turned out just as you said it would and the smoked paprika made it the best skinned chicken breast I’ve ever tasted. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    4. Monica Johnson says

      December 06, 2021 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      Super quick and good. I will definitely make again.

      Reply
    5. Beck & Bulow says

      December 10, 2021 at 7:04 am

      5 stars
      This recipe was perfect! We didn’t have time to marinate but these didn’t need it. The flavor was perfect! My son loved them!! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    6. Elle says

      January 11, 2022 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      Simple, quick & delicious! Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    7. Shania McMahan says

      January 27, 2022 at 7:16 pm

      5 stars
      I just made this tonight for my fiancé and I tonight. The chicken was so moist, we both loved it!! I will definitely be making this again.

      Reply
    8. Chrys says

      January 28, 2022 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      This was a great guide to cooking chicken in the air fryer. The time can vary depending on the thickness and size. Im not sure if that was on here but thank you for this!

      Reply
    9. Risa says

      February 10, 2022 at 7:36 am

      5 stars
      Used this recipe for chicken breast strips for chicken wraps. They were delicious, somewhat spicy 🔥, but very moist and tasty. Next time, I will cut the chili powder to 1/4 t.

      Reply
    10. Lisa says

      March 04, 2022 at 8:15 am

      5 stars
      Perfect moust and tender breasts! I was skeptical but now I’m a believer!

      Reply
    11. Stacey says

      March 11, 2022 at 8:35 pm

      My family’s favorite! We make it every week and love to have the leftovers on a quick salad. Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe.

      Reply
    12. Barbara Smith says

      March 18, 2022 at 8:15 am

      You posted at the top
      . Do need to brine chicken to make it tender
      However, don’t see anything about brining in the recipe

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        March 24, 2022 at 8:44 am

        No brining is needed, Barbara.

        Reply
    13. Leslie says

      May 30, 2022 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      First attempt at airfryer chicken. Very Good recipe. Thank You!

      Reply
    14. Danielle Penner says

      June 04, 2022 at 7:39 pm

      5 stars
      Decided last minute after a full day of productivity that we wanted chicken instead of cereal (lol) for dinner. Found this recipe and it was super easy and tasty. We added the chicken to a salad but it would be good with potatoes and veggies or on top of rice.

      Reply
    15. Catherine says

      June 15, 2022 at 6:14 pm

      5 stars
      Loved it. Thanks!

      Reply
    16. Stacy says

      June 23, 2022 at 7:38 am

      Do you need to preheat the air fryer?

      Reply
      • Chelsea says

        June 23, 2022 at 10:33 am

        You can if you would like to, Stacy.

        Reply

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