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Air Fryer Chicken Breasts Recipe

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This recipe for air fryer chicken breasts offers a quick and healthy way to prepare juicy, flavorful chicken using simple seasonings and rapeseed oil. The chicken is coated in a vibrant spice mix of garlic, smoked paprika, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper, then cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Serve alongside steamed rice and fresh greens or a green salad for a balanced meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • ½ tbsp rapeseed oil

Seasoning

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic granules
  • 1 tsp smoked sweet paprika
  • 2 tsp mixed herbs
  • ½ tsp pepper

To Serve (optional)

  • Steamed rice
  • Greens such as broccoli or green beans
  • Green salad

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Coat the chicken breasts evenly with rapeseed oil to help the seasoning adhere and to promote even cooking.
  2. Mix the seasoning: In a bowl, combine salt, garlic granules, smoked sweet paprika, mixed herbs, and freshly ground black pepper to create a flavorful mixture.
  3. Season the chicken: Spread the seasoning mixture onto a plate. Roll each oiled chicken breast in the seasoning mixture, ensuring an even coating all over.
  4. Air fry the chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 180°C (356°F) for 18-20 minutes, flipping the breasts halfway through at around the 10-minute mark to ensure even cooking.
  5. Check for doneness: Pierce the thickest part of the chicken with a knife to see if the juices run clear, or use a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 70°C (158°F) for safe consumption.
  6. Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and serve immediately with steamed rice and your choice of greens such as broccoli, green beans, or a fresh green salad.

Notes

  • If you do not have smoked sweet paprika, regular paprika can be used but the smoky flavor will be less pronounced.
  • Using a meat thermometer can help ensure perfectly cooked chicken without dryness.
  • Adjust the seasoning quantities to your taste or try adding chili powder for a spicy kick.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices.

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