Description
Air Fryer Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner, delivering crispy, golden-brown skin and juicy meat that’s sure to please the whole family. With its savory spice blend and easy preparation, this dish transforms a regular meal into a delightful experience. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, Air Fryer Chicken is versatile enough for sandwiches, salads, or as a main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; coat each chicken breast evenly.
- Place seasoned chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg