Description
This easy Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken in under 30 minutes. The chicken breasts are coated with a spice and olive oil paste, then air fried to perfection, making it a healthy and convenient meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spice Paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (1 teaspoon if using Diamond Kosher Salt)
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the spice paste: In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, oregano, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil. Mix well to form a flavorful paste.
- Coat the chicken: Rub the spice paste evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated for maximum flavor.
- Preheat and cook in air fryer: Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket. Cook at 370°F (188°C) for 10 minutes.
- Flip and continue cooking: Flip the chicken breasts over and air fry for an additional 4 to 8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest before serving: Tent the cooked chicken with tin foil and let it rest for 5 minutes. This helps retain juices and ensures tender meat.
Notes
- If using Diamond Kosher Salt, increase the salt to 1 teaspoon due to its lower sodium content compared to other brands.
- For a different option, try using chicken thighs and air frying them using a similar method.
