Air Fryer Chicken Breast

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Prep time: PT10MIN
Cook time: PT18MIN
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dinner
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2026-01-07 |4 Comments

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Air Fryer Chicken Breast

PREP10 min

COOK18 min

Air Fryer Chicken Breast is juicy, perfectly seasoned, and ready in minutes. This quick, healthy dinner is the secret to effortless, flavorful weeknight meals!

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Ingredients

Instructions

1
Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to even thickness if necessary.
2
Brush both sides with olive oil.
3
Mix paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
4
Sprinkle and press seasoning all over the chicken.
5
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2-3 minutes.
6
Arrange chicken in a single layer in the basket.
7
Air fry 9 minutes, flip, then cook 8-9 minutes more—until internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
8
Rest 5 minutes, slice, and serve.