About this recipe
Seasoned chicken breasts with a lightly crisp edge from the air fryer. Good for dinner tonight and leftovers through the week.
A light coat of oil helps the spices stick and brown. Rest the chicken five minutes before slicing so the juices stay in the meat.
Pound thick ends so all four breasts finish together.
SEASON
Step 1
Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, then season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 2
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes if your model recommends it.
AIR FRY
Step 3
Arrange breasts in a single layer without overlapping. Air fry at 375°F for 8 minutes.
Step 4
Flip, then air fry at 375°F until the thickest part reaches 165°F, 6 to 10 minutes more depending on thickness.
Step 5
Rest on a cutting board 5 minutes. Slice across the grain and finish with lemon if using.
Tips
Pound thick ends so all four breasts finish together.
Store sliced chicken up to 4 days for salads, bowls, and wraps.
Equipment
Air fryer · Instant-read thermometer · Tongs
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