If you want juicy, air fryer chicken breasts are the way to go. No more dry meat, just juicy, moist, perfectly cooked chicken breasts every time. Show
Air fryer chicken breasts are juicy, quick, and never dry. I usually meal prep a bunch of chicken breasts at the beginning of the week (especially if I have a really busy week) and I find that the air fryer is the best, most consistent way to make them. I then use the cooked chicken breasts in salads, wraps, burritos, tacos, sandwiches, noodle bowls, pasta, or even on their own as a no-carb snack. How long to cook chicken breast in the air fryer?
You want to air fry the breasts until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, or until the juices run clear. Chicken breasts come in all sizes and thickness, so it’s best to get an instant read thermometer to make sure that they reach 165°F. After the chicken breasts are done, remove from the air fryer immediately (otherwise they’ll start to overcook) and let rest for 2 minutes before enjoying! How to make air fryer chicken breastHow to air fry ALL the chicken breasts: boneless skinless chicken breasts, boneless skin on chicken breast, bone in skinless chicken breast, and bone in skin on chicken breast.
Why make air fryer chicken breast?
Bone-in skin-on vs. boneless skinlessBoth work: if you care about presentation and want really pretty chicken breasts, use skin on, bone in chicken breasts because the skin crisps up beautifully and also self-bastes the meat underneath. The bone in helps it keep it’s shape. Boneless skinless chicken breasts are delicious as well though – I use them in a huge amount of recipes and they are my go to. The secret to juicy air fryer chicken breastThe secret to juicy air fryer chicken breasts is…there is no secret! Well, there is a secret, actually, it’s to not over cook them. Definitely invest in an instant read thermometer, it will ensure that your chicken is cooked to the right temp every time. If you over cook your chicken breast you’ll end up with dry chicken. Sometimes I even pull breasts out when they reach 155-160°F because the carry over heat while the breasts are resting will bring them up to 165°F. The best kind of thermometer is a thermocouple style, but you don’t have to spring for the fancy expensive ones: this one is nice and inexpensive and still super fast. The other tip I have is, letting the breasts rest a bit before slicing or shredding. Letting them rest for 2 minutes will let the juices settle, keeping the breasts juicy, instead of spilling everything out on to the plate. Also, I like putting the rounded side of the breast down first (the side that would have had the skin on it) so that when it’s flipped over, the presentation side gets a bit more time to brown. Do I need to preheat the air fryer for chicken breasts?Unlike using a regular oven, you don’t need to preheat the air fryer, which means dinner gets on the table faster. Do you need to flip the chicken in the air fryer?Technically you don’t need to because the air in an air fryer circulates around, but for even crispiness and presentation, I recommend it. Start cooking the chicken rounded side down then flip it to finish rounded side up so it looks pretty and golden. What can I serve with air fried chicken breasts?Since you have the air fryer out, why not try:
How do I reheat chicken breasts in the air fryer?To reheat already cooked chicken breasts in the air fryer, let the breasts heat up at 350°F for 2-3 minutes. Air Fryer Chicken BreastsJuicy chicken breasts in air fryer deliciousness. Serves 2 Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 25 mins
Nutrition Facts Air Fryer Chicken Breasts Amount Per Serving Calories 163 Calories from Fat 98 % Daily Value* Fat 10.9g17% Saturated Fat 2.1g13% Cholesterol 41mg14% Sodium 35mg2% Potassium 148mg4% Carbohydrates 1.3g0% Fiber 0.3g1% Sugar 0.4g0% Protein 14.9g30% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. How long does it take for a chicken breast to cook in an air fryer?How long to cook chicken breasts in the air fryer. Place in the air fryer basket and cook at 370-degrees for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-8 minutes cooking time, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160-degrees on an instant read thermometer.
How long does chicken take in the air fryer?Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick spray then air fry the chicken for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
What temperature do you cook chicken in the air fryer at?Set the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the perfect temperature to cook chicken breast to a safe minimum internal temperature without overcooking the surface so it's always juicy and tender.
What temperature and how long do you cook a chicken breast in the air fryer?Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 8 minutes (or until the chicken reaches 162°F). Flip the chicken at the 4-minute mark. Remove from the air fryer, and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. It should reach 165°F while resting.
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