Air Fryer Chicken Breast – Juicy and Easy Recipe

Cuisine: World Cuisine
Difficulty: Easy

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Prep Time

5 min
Cook Time

10 min
Serving

2

Say goodbye to dry chicken with this easy air fryer chicken breast recipe. The chicken is seasoned with a simple blend of smoked sweet paprika, garlic powder, salt and black pepper, then cooked in the air fryer until juicy and flavorful.

The secret to evenly cooked chicken is to flatten the chicken breast before cooking. This helps it cook more quickly and evenly while keeping the meat tender. With just a few simple ingredients and about 15 minutes of cooking time, this is an easy option for a quick lunch or dinner.

Serve the chicken breast with your favorite side dishes, salad, vegetables or potatoes for a simple and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

400 g chicken breast

1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Add the salt, smoked sweet paprika, garlic powder and black pepper to a small bowl. Mix well.

Step 2

Place the chicken breast between two sheets of parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to flatten and thin the chicken evenly.

Step 3

Brush the chicken breast with olive oil and sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides.

Step 4

There is no need to preheat the air fryer. Preheating can cause the outside of the chicken to cook faster than the inside.

Step 5

Place the chicken breast in the air fryer basket with the smooth side facing down. Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 7 minutes, then turn and cook for another 3 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (158°F).

Step 6

Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite side dishes.