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Air-Fryer-Chicken-Breast-Crispy-Tender-Chicken-in-Minutes-Recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Breast | Crispy Tender Chicken in Minutes

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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Air Fryer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This air fryer chicken breast recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken in no time. Perfectly seasoned with paprika and garlic, it’s an easy and healthy weeknight meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 650 g (1.4 lb) chicken breast (approx x4), cut in half lengthways
  • 6 tsp paprika
  • 6 tsp dark brown sugar
  • 4 tsp garlic granules
  • 3 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 200℃/400F.
  • Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthways to create thin fillets.
  • Mix the spices together in a bowl and coat the chicken pieces thoroughly.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with oil, then carefully place the chicken in a single layer.
  • Cook for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked, flipping halfway during cooking.

Notes

Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken pieces to ensure thorough cooking.
Using a meat thermometer can help confirm that the chicken is cooked to a safe temperature of 75℃ (165℉).


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast fillet
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 97mg