If you love juicy chicken breasts, then you simply must make them in your air fryer! Air fryer chicken breasts are tender, delicious, and done in much less time compared to traditional methods.
Why this recipe works
Anyone who actively uses their air fryer knows that it’s not only better for you than frying, but it’s also much faster than baking or roasting in the oven.
RELATED: you might also like this recipe – Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
Ingredients you will need
How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
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- Preheat air fryer at 370F.
- In a gallon-size zipper plastic bag add all of the ingredients. Zip shut, shake and roll around ingredients so the chicken is covered with seasonings.
- Remove from the bag and place into a preheated air fryer ensuring there is room around each breast.
- Cook for 10 minutes. There is no need to flip, but you can if you like. This can help the chicken brown evenly on both sides.
- Remove from the air fryer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can cook frozen chicken breasts in the air fryer. Simply double the amount of time in this recipe to 20 minutes.
You can air fry this right away or lay it flat in the refrigerator for up to overnight.
RELATED – Try our air fryer chicken thighs too!
Ever since I started cooking chicken breast in the air fryer, I haven’t bothered making it any other way. It’s my favorite way to make it now!
Sides for Your Chicken Breasts
- Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
- Homemade Baked Beans
- Twice Baked Potatoes
- Easy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
- Cauliflower Fried Rice (low carb option!)
More Air Fryer Recipes
- Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
- Air Fryer Chicken Wings
- Air Fryer Pork Chops
- Air Fryer Italian Sausage and Peppers
- Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs
- Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
- Air Fryer Chicken Cordon Bleu
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Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
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Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts about 4 breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fine black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about 1/2 of one lemon
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer at 370F.
- In a gallon size zipper plastic bag add all of the ingredients. Zip shut, shake and roll around ingredients so chicken is covered with seasonings.
- Remove from the bag and place into a preheated air fryer ensuring there is room around each breast.
- Cook for 10 minutes, no need to flip.
- Remove from the air fryer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Expert Tips & FAQs
- There is no need to spray the air fryer basket. The olive oil on the chicken will prevent it from sticking.
- You can air fry this right away or lay flat in the refrigerator for up to overnight.
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Jerilyn Coffie says
I had really thick chicken breasts so I had to double the time but they turned out so juicy and flavorful! So easy to do, thank you for this delicious recipe!
Ana says
As a college student, recipes with an air fryer and chicken are my go to and this definitely checks all the boxes! Can’t wait to try it out
Tona Morgan says
Use this recipe to cook chicken breast that I use in so many different dishes! LOVE 💗
Maureen Foster says
I made these in my air fryer and hey did turn out juicy. They weren’t dry and the flavor was good. I marinated them for a couple of hours and I think that made so good. Will definitely make them again. Always looking for recipes for my air fryer. I use it for everything since it bakes, pressure cooks, sears, sautes, and dehydrates. Great for anything.