Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast

Never eat dry chicken breast again! This simple method produces perfectly juicy, seasoned chicken breasts in just 15 minutes.

Prep:5 min
Cook:15 min
20 min total
Serves 4
280 cal
Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast

Ingredients(8)

Instructions

Total Time:20 minutes
  1. 1

    Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to even thickness (about 3/4 inch thick) for even cooking.

  2. 2

    Mix olive oil and all seasonings in a small bowl. Rub mixture evenly over chicken breasts.

  3. 3

    Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Place chicken in air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 9-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

  5. 5

    Check internal temperature - it should reach 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips

  • Pounding to even thickness is key to preventing dry edges
  • Letting the chicken rest keeps it juicy
  • Brining for 30 minutes before cooking adds even more moisture

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Factsper serving
Calories280
Total Fat14g
Saturated Fat-
Total Carbohydrate4g
Dietary Fiber0g
Sugars-
Protein32g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Recipe Tags

EasyHealthyHigh ProteinGluten-Free