Cooking meat in the air fryer has never been easier! This air fryer split chicken breast recipe is ready to eat in 20 minutes…it’s that quick and easy. The air fryer seals in the savory seasonings with just a little oil so the chicken comes out juicy and delicious. Serve as a main dish or meal prep for sandwiches and salads, this is a ‘go-to’ recipe for sure!
Air Fryer Split Chicken Breast
The air fryer seals in the savory seasonings with just a little oil so the chicken breast comes out juicy and delicious! Serve air fryer split chicken breast as a main dish or meal prep for sandwiches and salads, this is a ‘go-to’ recipe for sure!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 split boneless chicken breast or 2 breast halves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the split chicken breasts with oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F
- Place the split chicken breasts in air fryer basket, without overlapping, rounded side down
- Cook the split chicken breast for 12-15 minutes* or until internal temp is 165°F flipping halfway.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
*air fry for 25-28 minutes if using bone-in breast
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Split Chicken Breast
Amount per Serving
Calories
129
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
36
mg
12
%
Sodium
71
mg
3
%
Potassium
238
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
3
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
263
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
5
mg
1
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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