Description
Crispy air-fried chicken breast seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper offers a quick, healthy dinner that’s perfect for beginners. The recipe uses olive oil to achieve a golden crust in just 12-15 minutes, delivering juicy meat and satisfying crunch. Ideal for family meals, meal prep, or a protein-packed lunch, this easy dish pairs well with vegetables, salads, or low-carb sides, making it a versatile staple in any air fryer arsenal. Enjoy a tasty dinner any day of the week.
Ingredients
- chicken breast
- olive oil
- garlic powder
- paprika
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- pat the chicken dry before seasoning. Let the chicken rest a couple of minutes after cooking to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Air Fryer Chicken
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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