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Two perfectly cooked air fryer chicken breasts, one sliced to show juicy interior, seasoned with spices.

Basic Air Fryer Chicken Breast

This recipe guides you to cook Air Fryer Chicken Breast perfectly. It is succulent, full of flavor, quick, and versatile.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 650 g Chicken breast approx 4, cut in half lengthways (so you end up with 2 very thin fillets from each piece of chicken)
Coating
  • 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

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 200℃/400F while you prepare the chicken.
  2. Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthways to create thinner fillets.
  3. In a bowl, mix the coating ingredients. Add the chicken pieces and coat them thoroughly.
  4. Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Arrange the chicken in a single layer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway, until cooked through. Check with a thermometer to ensure it reaches a safe internal temperature.

Notes

This recipe is ideal for busy home cooks and health-conscious individuals. It offers a quick, convenient, and healthy way to enjoy crispy chicken.

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