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Air Fried Grilled Chicken Roast

Recipe by Javeria Shah on InstagramAdded 14 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A simple, juicy air‑fried chicken roast that’s packed with smoky, spicy flavor. The quick scoring technique helps the seasoning penetrate, giving you a tender, flavorful meal in minutes.

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Method

  1. Score the chicken breast by making diagonal cuts on the surface.

  2. Season the raw chicken breast with paprika or chili powder, cumin or coriander powder, red pepper flakes, salt or garlic powder, and black pepper.

  3. Air fry the seasoned chicken until cooked through and golden brown.

Tips while you cook

Score before seasoning
Make diagonal cuts on the chicken breast before adding the spices.
Season evenly
Apply the paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt/garlic powder, and black pepper to all sides of the scored chicken.
Air fry until golden brown
Cook the seasoned chicken in the air fryer until it is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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