Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Quick and easy to make, this air fryer chicken breast is juicy, tender, and ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 7-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme or oregano (or other dried herbs)
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix salt, paprika, garlic powder, dried herbs, and black pepper.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Drizzle the oil over the chicken and coat thoroughly. Sprinkle the seasoning on both sides and rub it in.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket smooth side down. Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 7 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.