Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe delivers a high-protein, low-fat meal that is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. The chicken is seasoned with a blend of spices and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, creating a juicy and satisfying dish without excess oils or breading.
Ingredients
Scale
2 large Chicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless)
1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel
- Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and coat evenly
- Sprinkle spice blend on both sides of the chicken and press into the meat
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
- Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket
- Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, then flip and continue cooking for another 7 to 10 minutes
- Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C)
- Remove from the air fryer and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing
Notes
For meal prep, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze individual breasts wrapped in parchment paper for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg