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    Home » Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes » Air Fryer Chicken Breasts

    Air Fryer Chicken Breasts

    Posted on Sep 10, 2023 · Last Updated on Sep 26, 2023 by sharmila kingsly

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    Air Fryer Chicken Breasts are crisp outside and juicy and tender inside. The entire process takes less than 15 mins.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Breasts

    Cooking chicken cannot get easier that this. So simple and you get the perfect juicy chicken breast in just 8 mins. They are juicy , tender and perfect to go in our wraps, burrito bowls or Salad.

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    • Why you will love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to use Air Fryer Chicken
    • FAQ's
    • How to make air fryer Chicken Breasts
    • Tips & Variations
    • Storage Suggestions
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    Why you will love this recipe

    If you have discovered yourself cooking chicken in air fryer, then there is no looking back. No baby sitting , no need to stir or flip often.

    The chicken in air fryer gets cooked perfectly in the stipulated time.

    Cooking chicken breast in air fryer is always crisp out side , juicy and tender inside and mess free.

    Ingredients

    Air Fryer Chicken Breast Ingredients

    Chicken Breast - Use juicy and fresh boneless skinless chicken  pieces. Use equally sized pieces and hence the cooking time is same and perfect.

    Oil - Oil helps in crisping the chicken also it keeps the spice powders intact over the chicken.

    Spice Powders - I am using Paprika, Cumin , Onion and Garlic powder. Feel free to customize as per your preference. For an additional taste I am also using a hint of red pepper flakes.

    Salt & Pepper - as needed for taste.

    How to use Air Fryer Chicken

    When you have some air fried chicken it comes handy and we can enjoy them in a variety of dishes.

    Sandwich - You can add them to your bread to make some delicious chicken sandwich.

    Wraps & Rolls - Chicken wraps and rolls makes a complete pick me up meal. We can pack them in lunch box or you can also have them as a quick travel meal.

    Pasta - You can toss the chicken in any sauce and make some quick Chicken Pasta.

    Salad - Add all your favorite ingredients along with a kick ass dressing and chicken to make chicken salad. You can also try my tandoori chicken salad. Cooked chicken breast can be used instead of tandoori chicken.

    Pizza - Use as a topping to jazz up your favorite pizza.

    FAQ's

    How long to cook chicken breast in air fryer

    The cooking time slightly varies based on the size of chicken breasts.

    Small sized (6 -7 oz) It takes 6- 7 mins
    Medium sized(8-9 oz) , it takes 8 -10 mins
    Large sized ( 10oz or more) , it takes 12- 14 mins

    Make sure to preheat the air fryer always always before cooking.

    Should we brine chicken before cooking ?

    Traditionally chicken breast are put into brining before cooking. It is the process of salting chicken and resting it for some time prior to cooking. It actually softens the meat making them tender and juicy.

    Air fryer method cooks well even without brining . But you can still brine chicken if you prefer.

    airfryer chicken breast

    How to make air fryer Chicken Breasts

    In a mixing bowl add cleaned chicken breasts. Add oil and pat gently on both the sides.

    In a mixing bowl add cleaned chicken breasts. Add oil and pat gently on both the sides.

    In a mixing bowl add all the spice powders and seasonings.

    In a mixing bowl add all the spice powders and seasonings.

    Combine everything.

    Combine all spice powders

    Add the spice powders throughout the chicken breast. Make sure its evenly applied all over.

    Add the spice powders throughout the chicken breast

    Put the chicken in fridge for 10 mins. Meanwhile preheat the air fryer at 200 C / 400 F for 5 mins. Once done. Transfer the chicken breast in air fryer basket. Brush little oil over the chicken.

    Air fry at 180 C /356 F for 8 mins

    Air fry at 180 C /356 F for 8 mins. Make sure you flip halfway (after 4 mins) . Juicy delicious chicken breasts in air fryer is now ready.

    Juicy delicious air fryer chicken breast is now ready.

    Tips & Variations

    If using frozen chicken breast make sure you defrost them before cooking. I usually remove from the freezer and keep in the fridge section. And before cooking I leave in room temperature for 1 hours. It comes out perfect.

    To check if the chicken is cooked you can also use an instant read thermometer and check if the temperature reads 165 F.

    Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket for the chicken to cook evenly. also make sure we use even sized chicken breasts.

    Always flip the chicken halfway to ensure even cooking.

    This healthy air fryer chicken breasts is perfect for the low carb or Keto meal.

    airfryer chicken breast

    Storage Suggestions

    Store the chicken breasts in fridge for up to 3 days. You can freeze them in zip locks up to 2 months.

    While using reheat them in microwave for 20-30 secs or in an air fryer for 2 mins.

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    Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
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    Air Fryer Chicken Breasts

    Air Fryer Chicken Breasts are crisp outside and juicy and tender inside. The entire process takes less than 15 mins.
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 186kcal
    Author: sharmila kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Ingredients

    • 250 gms Chicken Breast
    • ½ tsp Paprika Powder
    • ½ tsp Cumin Powder
    • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
    • ½ tsp Onion Powder
    • ½ tsp Pepper Powder
    • Salt
    • ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes
    • 1 tbsp Oil

    Instructions 

    • In a mixing bowl add cleaned chicken breasts.
    • Add oil and pat gently on both the sides.
    • In a mixing bowl add all the spice powders and combine.
    • Add the spice powders throughout the chicken breast. Make sure its evenly applied all over.
    • Put the chicken in fridge for 10 mins.
    • Meanwhile preheat the air fryer at 200 C / 400 F for 5 mins. Once done. Transfer the chicken breast in air fryer basket. Brush little oil over the chicken.
    • Air fry at 180 C /356 F for 8 mins. Make sure you flip halfway (after 4 mins)
    • Juicy delicious air fryer chicken breast is now ready.

    Notes

    If using frozen chicken breast make sure you defrost them before cooking. I usually remove from the freezer and keep in the fridge section. And before cooking I leave in room temperature for 1 hours. It comes out perfect.
     
    To check if the chicken is cooked you can also use an instant cooking thermometer and check if the temperature reads 165 F.
     
    Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket for the chicken to cook evenly. also make sure we use even sized chicken breasts.
     
    Always flip the chicken halfway to ensure even cooking.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.2g | Protein: 21.7g | Fat: 9.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.9g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 419mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.6g | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used

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