Ingredients
Scale
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Optional: pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brush chicken with olive oil.
3. Season with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Place breasts in air fryer basket in a single layer.
5. Cook for 10 minutes. Flip, then cook for 6–8 more minutes.
6. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use a thermometer for doneness—160°F with carryover heat to 165°F.
Pound thicker end for even cooking.
Marinate for more flavor.
Pat dry for crisper skin.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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