Description
A healthy and flavaorful recipe for Low Carb Air Fryer Chicken Breast that is juicy, tender, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 🛢️ Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- 🧄 Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- 🌶️ Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- 🧂 Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- 🧂 Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken breasts in the mixture until evenly coated.
- Let the chicken marinate for a few hours or overnight in the fridge.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different spices and marinades.
- For thicker chicken breasts, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Low Carb, Air Fryer, Chicken Breast, Healthy Recipe