Description
A quick, flavorful air fryer chicken breast recipe with paprika and garlic powder. Juicy and crispy with no added oil, ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for a hassle-free weeknight meal.
Ingredients
4 (6-oz each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp paprika (smoked for extra flavor)
1 tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove fresh)
1 spray oil spray (coconut oil preferred)
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
Pat chicken dry with paper towels
Season generously with salt and pepper
Apply paprika and garlic powder evenly
Lightly spray oil to prevent sticking
Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 15 minutes
Place chicken in single layer (no overlapping)
Set timer for 12 minutes
Flip and cook remaining 3 minutes
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use a digital meat thermometer for precise 165°F internal temperature
Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding
For extra flavor, mix olive and avocado oil in the sprayer
Rest chicken on a wire rack to maintain crispiness
Brush with melted butter before final cook for an extra shine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 80mg