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A quick and easy air fryer recipe for juicy, tender chicken breasts seasoned with simple pantry staples like garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and paprika. Perfect for healthy, high-protein meals or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs Springer Mountain Farms 4 oz chicken breast portions
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¾ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 1¾ tsp salt
  • 1¼ tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels and place in a large bowl.
  2. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and paprika in a small bowl.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and toss to coat; sprinkle the seasoning mix over the chicken and rub to cover all sides.
  4. Brush the bottom of the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.
  6. Set the air fryer to 380°F.
  7. Air fry the chicken for 10 minutes.
  8. Flip the chicken and air fry for another 10 minutes.
  9. Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer and remove pieces that reach 165°F; return any undercooked pieces to the air fryer and cook in 3-minute intervals until 165°F.
  10. Let the chicken rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Always use a meat thermometer to prevent overcooking or drying out your chicken., Rest the chicken after cooking to lock in all the juices., For easier cleanup, line your air fryer basket with perforated air fryer parchment paper., Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to spice it up., Use Italian seasoning, dried oregano, or thyme for a fresh herb twist., Recipe works well with boneless, skinless chicken thighs; adjust cooking time as thighs cook faster., Slice cooked chicken for salads, wraps, or grain bowls., Store leftovers in a shallow, airtight container within 2 hours; keep in fridge up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months., Reheat chicken in air fryer, oven, stovetop, or microwave ensuring internal temperature of 165°F., For frozen chicken, add extra cooking time and check temperature carefully., Marinate chicken in olive oil and seasonings up to 24 hours before cooking for extra flavor.

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