Description
Achieve restaurant-quality, tender chicken breast right in your own kitchen using an air fryer. This foolproof method utilizes high-heat convection to sear the exterior while locking in natural juices. By pounding the chicken to a uniform thickness, you ensure even cooking and a golden, flavorful crust. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and protein-packed weeknight meal that is ready in under twenty minutes.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a better sear.
Pound the thickest parts of the chicken with a meat mallet until the entire breast has a uniform thickness of one inch.
Rub the olive oil evenly over all sides of the chicken.
Combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Sprinkle the dry rub generously over both sides of the chicken.
Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit for three minutes.
Place the chicken into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through the process.
Verify the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit using an instant-read thermometer.
Remove the chicken and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Letting the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness. You can substitute fresh minced garlic for garlic powder if preferred. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Trends Recipes
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 125mg