Crispy and juicy air fryer chicken breasts are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Made with simple ingredients and cooked to perfection in an air fryer, these tender chicken breasts are a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken.
With three flavorful variations to choose from, there's a recipe for everyone. Whether you prefer a classic seasoned coating, a zesty lemon and herb crust, or a spicy buffalo sauce, these air fryer chicken breasts are sure to satisfy your cravings. Served with your favorite sides, this easy and healthy meal is a weeknight dinner winner.
AIR FRYER BONE-IN CHICKEN BREASTS
Air Fryer Bone-in Chicken Breasts are coated in brown sugar, paprika, and red pepper flakes for a sweet and spicy dinner dish.
Provided by Everyday Family Cooking
Categories Air Fryer Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat your air fryer to 370 degrees.
- Remove the chicken from its packaging and set it aside.
- Mix the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Baste the oil on both sides of the chicken and coat them with the brown sugar mixture.
- Place the split chicken breasts in the air fryer and cook for about 25 to 30 minutes, flipping the chicken at about 10 minutes left. Cook until the thickest part reaches 165 degrees F. Thicker or larger chicken breasts may take a few minutes longer.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 51 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 6 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 313 milligrams sodium, Sugar 11 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat
AIR FRYER BONE IN CHICKEN BREAST
Air Fryer Bone In Chicken Breast gets nice and crispy on the outside while staying juicy on the inside. Cooking a split chicken breast in the air fryer is a quick and easy dinner.
Provided by Nicole Harris
Categories Main Courses
Time 41m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rub chicken breasts with oil, seasoning, salt and pepper. Transfer to greased air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 370ºF for 35-45 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165ºF. Time will vary depending on size of chicken breasts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 102 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 18 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2659 grams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams unsaturated fat
EASY AIR-FRIED CHICKEN BREAST
Easy air fryer chicken recipe for one that can easily be scaled up for more people.
Provided by Anonymous
Time 28m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (182 degrees C).
- Brush both sides of the chicken breast with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on one side. Set chicken breast, seasoned side down, into the air fryer basket and sprinkle the other side with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Air-fry for 9 minutes, flip, and cook until chicken breast is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 9 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Transfer chicken breast onto a plate and loosely cover with foil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 418.2 mg
Tips:
- To ensure evenly cooked chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness before air frying.
- For crispy skin, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels before seasoning and air frying.
- Use a light coating of oil on the chicken breasts to help them crisp up.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with your favorite spices and herbs for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer to the desired temperature before adding the chicken breasts.
- Cook the chicken breasts in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken breasts with a meat thermometer to ensure they are cooked through before removing them from the air fryer.
- Let the chicken breasts rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Conclusion:
Air fryer chicken breasts are a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy this versatile protein. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful chicken breasts that are perfect for any meal. So next time you're looking for a delicious and healthy dinner option, give air fryer chicken breasts a try.
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