Description

This air fryer chicken recipe offers a quick, flavorful way to prepare juicy, tender boneless and skinless chicken breasts coated in a savory blend of herbs and spices. Perfectly cooked at 370°F, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

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Instructions

Prepare the spice paste: In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and garlic powder with olive oil. Stir well to create a smooth paste that will evenly season the chicken breasts.
Coat the chicken: Rub the spice paste thoroughly over both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated for maximum flavor infusion.
Air fry the chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts evenly in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 370°F (188°C) and cook for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, flip the chicken to the other side and cook for an additional 4-8 minutes, checking that the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) to ensure doneness.
Rest the chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and tent them loosely with aluminum foil. Allow them to rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices and finalize the cooking process for a tender and moist finish.
Serve: Slice or serve the chicken breasts whole with your choice of sides for a delicious, healthy meal.

Notes

Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160°F before resting; it will rise to a safe 165°F as it rests.
Adjust cooking time slightly depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
You can add other herbs like thyme or rosemary for variation.
Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
Using kosher salt helps control the saltiness better than table salt.