Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Recipe
Experience juicy, flavorful chicken with a perfectly crispy exterior, all made effortlessly in your air fryer. This recipe is ideal for quick weeknight dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat each chicken breast evenly and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Set your air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Place marinated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken on plates with any leftover marinade drizzled on top or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Substitute lemon juice with lime juice for a different flavor profile. Add chili flakes to the marinade if you prefer a spicy kick.