Description
This air fryer chicken breasts recipe delivers tender and flavorful chicken cooked to perfection with a simple blend of spices. Coated in a light rapeseed oil and seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and mixed herbs, these chicken breasts are cooked quickly and evenly in the air fryer, making a healthy and delicious meal option served alongside rice and greens or salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- ½ tbsp rapeseed oil
Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp garlic granules
- 1 tsp smoked sweet paprika
- 2 tsp mixed herbs
- ½ tsp pepper
To Serve (optional)
- steamed rice
- greens such as broccoli or green beans
- green salad
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly with rapeseed oil and set aside to allow the oil to lightly absorb.
- Mix the seasoning: In a bowl, combine the salt, garlic granules, smoked sweet paprika, mixed herbs, and freshly ground black pepper, mixing thoroughly to create a uniform seasoning blend.
- Season the chicken: Scatter the seasoning onto a plate, then roll each oiled chicken breast in the seasoning to coat all sides evenly.
- Preheat and arrange in air fryer: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket without overlapping, ensuring air can circulate freely around each piece.
- Cook the chicken: Air fry at 180°C (356°F) for 18-20 minutes, turning the chicken breasts over after the first 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Check for doneness: Pierce the thickest part of the chicken with a knife to check that the juices run clear or use a food thermometer to confirm the internal temperature has reached 70°C (158°F).
- Serve: Serve the cooked chicken breasts alongside steamed rice and your choice of greens such as broccoli, green beans, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 70°C for food safety.
- Turning the chicken halfway through cooking helps achieve even browning and cooking.
- Adjust seasoning quantities according to taste preference.
- You can marinate the chicken in the oil and seasonings for 30 minutes prior to cooking for enhanced flavor.
- Use a thermometer for best results as air fryer models may vary in heat intensity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: air fryer chicken breasts, easy chicken recipe, healthy chicken, quick dinner, air fryer dinner
