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Air Fryer Chicken Breast (the juiciest)

Using the Air Fryer to cook chicken breast is quick, easy, and delicious! In less than 10 minutes the juiciest Air Fryer Chicken Breast is ready!

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer chicken breast
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 breasts
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless, chicken breasts (6-8 ounces each)
  • 1 TBS olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Add the breasts to a bowl and add oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; toss to coat completely.

  2. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees for few minutes. Add the chicken breast into the air fryer basket. Close the air fryer and cook at 375 degrees for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. **The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. For larger chicken breasts, add 2-3 more minutes.**

  3. Remove the chicken and serve

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

For chicken breasts larger than 6 ounces, you will need more cooking time. Start with 1-2 minutes because overcooking will dry out the chicken. Use an internal digital thermometer like this one to check the temperature.