This Air Fryer Chicken Breast is perfectly seasoned and incredibly juicy! It is golden and crispy on the outside and SO flavorful! Show
I admit, I haven’t used my air fryer a lot this last year but it’s time to change that, because this Air Fryer Chicken Breast is outstanding. It might even be our favorite way to cook chicken breasts now, because it is the perfect combination of crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside! I started with a simple seasoning based on this Slow Cooker Chicken Breast and these Pan Fried Chicken Breasts — when you’ve got a good thing going, why change it?! Another thing I love about these air fryer chicken breasts is that I don’t have to worry about them burning, or sticking, or overcooking like I do when I’m cooking them in a skillet. They turn out perfectly every time, and are almost completely hands off (other than a couple minutes prep!). Love a crispy coating? You might want to try these Air Fryer Chicken Tenders or Air Fryer Fried Chicken! Here are a few tips and tricks to make sure your air fryer chicken turns out just the way you want it! How long do I cook chicken breast in the air fryer?Well, it depends! It depends on your air fryer temperature and how thick your chicken breasts are. I like to cook my chicken breasts for a shorter time at a higher temperature, so I opt for 400 degrees F for a cook time of 10-15 minutes. The exact cook time is hard to tell, and will depend on the size and shape of your chicken breast. For better results, you can use a heavy rolling pin or flat meat mallet to flatten any thicker parts of your chicken breasts so that they cook more evenly — although I don’t usually go through this extra step. Is air fryer chicken healthy?Air fryer Chicken Breasts aren’t really any healthier than chicken breasts that are cooked with the same ingredients on the stove top, in the oven, or in the slow cooker. The air fryer is a healthier method than deep frying food, so this air fryer chicken breast is healthier than deep fried chicken, but that’s not really an equal comparison. That being said, chicken breasts are still a lean protein option, and we love cooking them in the air fryer because they are the juiciest we’ve ever had! (Check out this photo taken right after I sliced them!) Variations and Substitutions for this Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe:
What to serve with this air fryer chicken breast:This chicken breast is a versatile protein that goes with so many things! Slice it to top a Caesar salad, stir it into your favorite pasta, or serve with some of our favorite sides:
Leftover chicken breast? Use it in these recipes!
Pin this recipe to save for later Pin this recipe to your favorite boardAir Fryer Chicken Breastwritten by Ashley Fehr 5 from 46 votes This Air Fryer Chicken Breast is perfectly seasoned and incredibly juicy! It is golden and crispy on the outside and SO flavorful! SaveSaved Review PrintPrep Time 5 mins Cook Time 12 mins Total Time 17 mins Cuisine American Course Main Course Servings 2 servings Calories 194cal Ingredients
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