Description
These Air Fryer Chicken Breasts are incredibly juicy and flavorful. With simple ingredients, it’s a quick and healthy meal that fits perfectly in any busy schedule.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts – equal in size
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried thyme – or italian seasoning
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Brush the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the chicken.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375℉ for 5 minutes. Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 10 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165℉.
- Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or plate and let it rest before slicing. This step ensures the meat remains juicy. Slice and serve.
Notes
Ensure chicken breasts are of equal size for even cooking.
Let the chicken rest after cooking for the best texture.
Feel free to substitute seasoning based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 56g
- Cholesterol: 130mg