Juicy Air Fryer Hen Breasts

We by no means get bored with rooster breast meals as a result of there are all the time new methods to organize them. Our one grievance is that it’s so simple to overcook and dry out rooster breasts, and nobody likes a dry piece of rooster. Fortunately for you, this fast and straightforward recipe offers you juicy meat each time.

For easier air fryer recipes, attempt our Garlic Lime Chicken or our Naked Chicken Tenders.

Why Our Recipe

Hen breast that’s tremendous juicy, with the proper crispy exterior, no breading required.
Nice for dinner, meal prep, or fast rooster for shredding to make use of in soups, salads, wraps, or tacos.
A easy marinade ensures the juiciness and infuses taste.

Close up view of cutting into a chicken breast.

The key to this recipe is our wonderful marinade and the air fryer. Severely, the longer you marinade the higher. We love to start out this early within the morning to marinate all day earlier than lastly throwing within the air fryer for time for supper. Pair this together with your favourite veggie and rice or potatoes, and also you’ve received your self a very scrumptious meal.

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients used to make air fryer chicken breasts.

Hen Breasts: We use boneless, skinless rooster breasts for this recipe. It’s also possible to use boneless skinless rooster thighs for a juicier darkish meat consequence.
Olive Oil: You should utilize any impartial cooking oil like avocado or vegetable oil as nicely.
Garlic: Freshly minced garlic gives the perfect taste, however jarred minced garlic works in a pinch.
Lemon Juice: Contemporary is finest however should you’re quick on time, you need to use bottled.

Add Some Warmth

Our spice mix is a extra savory mixture of dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. In case you’d like so as to add slightly extra spice, merely add a 1/2–1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili powder. It’s also possible to add a sprinkle of purple pepper flakes so as to add slightly kick.

Air Fryer Ideas

Use a Liner: Cleansing up is a breeze should you use air fryer parchment liners. Much less scrubbing, extra having fun with. Simply make sure to use liners designed for the air fryer in order that it has the little holes that enable for air movement.

Don’t Overcrowd: Give your meals some respiratory room within the air fryer basket. In case your air fryer isn’t large, cook dinner in batches—it’s value it for these completely golden outcomes. And don’t neglect to toss or shake every little thing midway via so all of it cooks good and evenly.

Hold an Eye on Issues: Air fryers work quick, and no one needs overcooked rooster. Use a meat thermometer should you can (to succeed in a secure inside temperature of 165°F) and verify on issues towards the tip so that you nail that good doneness.

Overhead view looking into an air fryer basket with chicken breasts.

Serving Strategies

Rice and Veggies: Merely pair with a aspect of white or brown steamed rice and a inexperienced veggie (we love asparagus or green beans) for a whole meal.

Make a bowl: Add a mattress of rice, quinoa, or beans and a few roasted or steamed veggies on the aspect, and also you’ve received a protein bowl. Drizzle it with some type of sauce, dressing, or aioli to complete it off.

Tacos and Burritos: This rooster can simply be shredded or sliced into strips and utilized in tacos or burritos. Add cheese, avocado, salsa, and some other toppings you like for a scrumptious meal.