Air Fryer Chicken Breast – 25-Minute Recipe
Juicy chicken breasts cooked in an air fryer with a simple paprika, salt, and pepper rub. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that stays tender and flavorful.
Recipe by Carrie Barnard· Structured by ReelsMeals
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25 min estimated total time for 4 servings.
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Ingredients
- 5 Chicken Breast
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (360°F). If the unit lacks a preheat function, run it empty for about 5 minutes.
- 2Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- 3Brush the chicken evenly with olive oil.
- 4Combine paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken.
- 5Air‑fry for 10–12 minutes, depending on the thickness of the breasts.
- 6Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 10–15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (165°F).
- 7Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
- 8Serve immediately or store for future meals.
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Preheat the air fryer
Run the air fryer empty for about 5 minutes before adding the chicken.
Single‑layer arrangement
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket.
Flip halfway through
Flip the chicken after the first cooking period and continue until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest before slicing
Let the cooked chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to make Air Fryer Chicken Breast?
- About 25 minutes in total: 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe make?
- This recipe makes 4 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe come from?
- It was shared by Carrie Barnard on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.
- How many calories are in Air Fryer Chicken Breast?
- Roughly 257 kcal, based on the nutrition details captured with this recipe. Treat it as an estimate.