Juicy, tender chicken breasts with flavorful grilled-style seasoning and beautifully crisp edges—all made easily in the air fryer. Perfect for healthy dinners, salads, wraps, or meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
🔹 Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🔹 Optional Marinade
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
🍳 Equipment
- Air fryer
- Tongs
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Prep Chicken
- Pat chicken breasts dry
- Pound thicker parts lightly for even cooking
🔸 Step 2: Season
- Rub chicken with olive oil
- Coat with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
👉 Optional: marinate 30 minutes for extra flavor
🔸 Step 3: Preheat Air Fryer
- Preheat to 190°C (375°F)
🔸 Step 4: Air Fry
- Place chicken in basket in single layer
- Cook for 10 minutes
🔸 Step 5: Flip
- Flip chicken breasts
- Cook another 6–10 minutes depending on thickness
✔ Internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F)
🔸 Step 6: Rest
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing
👉 Keeps juices inside
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Rice and vegetables 🍚🥦
- Salad bowls 🥗
- Sandwiches or wraps 🌯
- Pasta dishes 🍝
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Don’t overcook or chicken may dry out
✔ Use meat thermometer for accuracy
✔ Marinating adds extra juiciness
✔ Let chicken rest before slicing
🔄 Variations
🌶️ Spicy Chicken
Add cayenne or chili powder
🍋 Lemon Herb
Add lemon zest and herbs
🧄 Garlic Parmesan
Sprinkle parmesan after cooking
🍯 Honey BBQ
Brush BBQ sauce during last 2 minutes
❓ FAQs
Can I cook frozen chicken breasts?
Yes—add 5–8 extra minutes.
Why is my chicken dry?
It may be overcooked.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Absolutely—adjust timing slightly.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~180–260
- Protein: ~35g
- Carbs: ~1g
- Fat: ~6g
⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)
🔹 Chicken Breast Version
👉 0–2 WW Points
🔻 With Marinade or Sauce
👉 Add 1–3 points