Are you ready for the simplest and juicy chicken breast? This air fryer chicken breast recipe is foolproof and rich in flavor, and is the easiest way to have a chicken dinner on the table any night of the week!Co-produced with my friends Farmer Focus.
Chicken breast in an air fryer
we love Chicken Breast Recipe Around here! After being cooked (cough cough… don’t overcook and dry), this lean chicken is so delicious and versatile! This is my favorite new method of cooking chicken breast because it checks a large number of boxes:
- Super easy!
- It cooks chicken very fast
- It hardly uses any oil
- Juicy and moist chicken breasts are produced every time
Trust me, you will use this method again and again! And… at this point you know I like my air fryer. It is just one of those magical instruments that I cannot get enough. This chicken breast air fryer recipe is naturally gluten-free, low-carb and ketone, paleo-friendly, and allergy-friendly!
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This is an overview of the ingredient list. Keep scrolling to see the complete recipe!
- Boneless and skinless chicken breast: Below you will see the correct cooking time for various sizes, my favorite chicken purchased, and more tips to ensure the tenderest chicken breast ever!
- Choose oil: I use avocado oil or olive oil here.
- seasoning: I quickly mixed garlic powder, chili powder, chili powder, oregano, salt and black pepper to make a delicious seasoned chicken breast.
Want a different spice mixture?Try our Homemade Seasoned Taco, Indian Seasoning, Or simply use a little chili powder to make it more spicy.
High-quality chicken is the key: satisfy farmers’ concerns!
Chicken is of course the protagonist of this dish, so it is very important to use the best quality!I am very happy to be with my friends Farmer Focus Bring you this simple and time-saving recipe.The focus of farmers has always been mine First choice, trustworthy chicken For many years, they have been proud of producing the highest quality meat grown on family farms.
You can taste the difference 100%. I am happy to know that, without a doubt, when I pick up Farmer Focus chicken at the grocery store, it is the best, and I don’t have to question whether it is raised in a humane way. They are a company that supports farmer partners, and they are working hard to do the right thing to truly raise and produce the best quality chicken! Every Farmer Focus product contains a 4-letter farm ID, which can trace your chicken back to the farm where it was raised!
Farmer Focus chickens are raised humanely and their diet is free of animal by-products, pesticides and antibiotics.In their website You can see the locations of all the farms, so you know where your chickens are raised! How great is that? You can also use their Simple store locator Find a place near you where you can buy this quality chicken!
How long does it take to cook chicken breasts in an air fryer
So the purpose of using an air fryer to fry chicken breasts is to make the chicken breasts just right, fast, and with less oil, to make the most perfect, juicy and moist chicken breasts! You don’t want to overcook them, because this might mean dry chicken. You don’t want to cook them, because of course it means raw chicken.
We always recommend using an instant reading thermometer (we like our Thermal glue) Check the temperature of the meat, but the goal is to cook the chicken to 165º. The biggest indicator of proper cooking time for air fryer chicken breast is the size of the chicken breast!
Size matters!
The size of chicken breasts these days can range from 9 ounces to over 14 ounces! The actual time required for the air fryer will depend entirely on how big your chicken breasts are. Our best tip is that if you are cooking more than 1 chicken breast at a time, try to make sure that they are all similar in size.
We recommend weighing the largest one before determining the time required. It is not the cumulative weight of all chicken breasts that determines the time required, but the weight of the largest chicken breast.
Cooking time by weight
As mentioned above, how long it takes to cook chicken in an air fryer will vary depending on the size of the chicken breast. Remember, you need to flip the chicken halfway through cooking!
- Small breasts about 5 to 7 ounces: 7 to 10 minutes
- Approximately 8 to 10 ounces of medium breasts: 10 to 13 minutes
- Large breasts of 11 ounces or more: 14 to 18 minutes
Like all meats, chicken will continue to cook during rest, which is a good thing. After the chicken is cooked, check the temperature.Ideally it should be around 155ºF or 160ºF.
Let the chicken sit for another 5 minutes. As the chickens rest, the temperature will continue to rise. Double check again whether the temperature rose to 165ºF after the rest! Then you can start eating!
Quick tip: If for some reason the temperature of the chicken is below 155ºF after cooking, you can cook it for another 2 minutes.
Of course, it’s a delicate balance to make sure it’s fully cooked when cooking chicken, but it’s not Overcooked!
How do I marinate my chicken breast
If you let me Thanksgiving Turkey (with vanilla and citrus), You know I prefer dry salt water to wet salt water. When thinking about making simple air fryer chicken breasts for weekend dinners or meal preparations, wet brine is a big no-no for me! I can achieve the same juiciness with dry salt water, and it’s easier and less messy!
But wait, you may ask, do I need to soak my chicken breasts in brine?
I recommend it! This is definitely the secret of juicy chicken in the air fryer! Adding salt helps the meat absorb excess liquid!
Quick-drying brine for your chicken (it’s easy!)
- Pat your chicken dry
- Put your chicken in a small bowl
- Sprinkle salt on both sides
- Put in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes
What type of air fryer to use
Over the years, we have tried many air fryer.We already own and use this Basket style, This Instant Pot Air Fryer Accessories and this Toaster type air fryer! They are all great! This is a personal preference of your choice. Do you want/need a new toaster? Do you have a separate space for new equipment? You will consider all these factors when shopping and decide which of them are right for you. This is not a small appliance, so make sure you have enough space!
However, the caveat about air fryer is that some of them can be very small. If your capacity is small, you may need to make chicken breasts in batches. Although I guess you have been using this air fryer for a while, you already know it.
Cook in batches. If you have a small capacity air fryer, make sure there is enough air circulation around the wings so that they will become brittle. If you really need to do it in batches, at the end you can put all the wings back in the basket and cook for one minute to heat them all up!
Are fried foods good for you?
So you know i am not fundamental Fear of healthy fats, but when I fry food, I use avocado oil, and the price will be very expensive. I really like that this is so little oil, which means saving money! If you want to reduce some fat, this device can definitely help you achieve this goal. It’s also very convenient and super simple.
Store and reheat
- Shop. Store chicken breasts in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat. Heat the chicken breasts in a 350°F oven or air fryer for a few minutes.
- freeze. Freeze your leftovers in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Tips for Air Fryer Chicken Breast
- Size matters. You want the chicken to cook evenly, so it’s important to mash them to the same size, or choose chicken breasts of roughly the same size!
- A quick-drying brine. You will see above why I like this quick method instead of wet salt water! But don’t skip this step, it will make your chicken moist every time!
- Give your chicken space. Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket or tray. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
- Check the temperature. This is done to avoid overcooking or undercooking the chicken.
- Let it rest. The temperature will continue to rise and lock up the juice.
Method of using cooked air fryer chicken breast
If you need a fast meal, knowing how to cook chicken breast is great, but using this method is also a way to cook bulk chicken for different recipes. Here is our favorite way to cook with cooked chicken breast:
- Air fryer
- Instant reading thermometer
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
How to make this chicken breast recipe into a meal
There are many choices for this meal. Of course, you can pair it with an instant salad as a simple meal. Or decorate it with your favorite side dish:
Other air fryer chicken breast recipes you can try:
The most juicy air fryer chicken breast
Are you ready for the simplest and juicy chicken breast?This air fryer chicken breast recipe is foolproof and rich in flavor, and is the easiest way to enjoy chicken dinner at the table any night of the week
- 1 Pound boneless skinless chicken breast (see note)
- Salt for fast brine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- ½ teaspoon chili
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- ½ teaspoon Fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
- Pat the chicken dry. Put it in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Transfer to the refrigerator for 30 minutes, uncovered.
- In a small bowl, mix the spice mixture together.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator, coat the chicken breast with olive oil, and then coat with the spice mixture.
- Spray the bottom of the air fryer with oil spray (no aerosol), or use a pastry brush with olive oil.
- Cook the chicken at 375ºF for 9 minutes on each side (large breast).
- Let us sit for 5 minutes.
- Slice and enjoy!
notes
Cooking time based on chicken breast size:
- Small breasts about 5 to 7 ounces: 7 to 10 minutes
- Approximately 8 to 10 ounces of medium breasts: 10 to 13 minutes
- Large breasts of 11 ounces or more: 14 to 18 minutes
