Air Fryer Chicken Breast – Juicy, Flavorful, and Foolproof
This foolproof Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe delivers tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken every time. Seasoned with a simple herb and spice paste, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Combine salt, oregano, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil in a small bowl to form a paste. Coat chicken breasts with the paste.
- Place chicken in air fryer basket and cook at 370°F for 10 minutes.
- Flip chicken and cook for an additional 4–8 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Tent chicken with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- If using Diamond Kosher Salt, increase salt to 1 teaspoon.
- You can also use chicken thighs; see air fryer chicken thighs recipe for details.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 326
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 845 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.03 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg