Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe
Cooking chicken breast that turns out juicy, tender, and full of flavor can be a challenge, but not with this Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe.
With a simple seasoning blend and the magic of air frying, you can have perfectly cooked chicken in under 10 minutes of cook time.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and cover them with a sheet of plastic wrap. Gently pound them with a meat mallet, rolling pin, or your hand until they are an even thickness throughout.
- To dry brine, sprinkle kosher salt evenly over the chicken breasts and place them uncovered on a plate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 24 hours. Skip this step if you are not brining.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. If you skipped the brining step, mix the salt directly into the spice blend.
- Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and rub the spice blend evenly over both sides, ensuring full coverage.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. Once preheated, place the chicken breasts in the basket, smooth side down.
- Cook for 6 minutes, then gently turn the chicken over with tongs to cook the other side. Continue cooking for another 2 to 8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches between 155°F and 160°F.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate, cover it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. The carryover heat will bring it to a safe 165°F.
- Slice and serve as desired.