Description
This air fryer chicken breast cooks to perfection in just 8 minutes! It’s as juicy as chicken can get, and this recipe includes an optional dry rub that makes bland chicken a thing of the past.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Medium/Large Chicken Breasts (200g-250g)
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Salt
- 1 Tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Paprika
- 1/4 Tsp Cinnamon
- Pinch of Pepper
Instructions
- Step: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (205°C) – don’t worry if it doesn’t heat up all the way – you just want it hot.
- Step: Add the chicken to a large plastic bag, and use a meat tenderizer to pound the chicken until it’s about 1/4 inch thick.
- Step: Add dry rub ingredients to a small bowl, and mix until combined.
- Step: Sprinkle an equal amount of the rub on both sides of the chicken, and work it into the meat with your hands.
- Step: Coat the air fryer basket with baking spray, and add the chicken breasts to it.
- Step: Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 8 minutes (or until the chicken reaches 162°F). Flip the chicken at the 4-minute mark.
- Step: Remove from the air fryer, and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. It should reach 165°F while resting.
Notes
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Keto & Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: air fryer, chicken breast, low carb, keto, quick dinner