Description
This juicy air fryer chicken breast recipe is packed with flavor from lemon, garlic, and herbs. Marinated to perfection, it’s easy to prepare and cook in the air fryer for a tender and flavorful meal that’s ready in just 55 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt, minced garlic, black pepper, basil, and oregano. Shake the bag to coat the chicken evenly. Let the chicken marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 350°F (177°C).
- Prepare the Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray.
- Cook the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in the air fryer basket, discarding the remaining marinade. Cook for 12 minutes, then flip the chicken and cook for another 10 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Serve hot, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley and a slice of lemon.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for the full 12 hours for the best flavor, but 30 minutes will still give you a delicious result.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for the safest and juiciest results.
- Serve this chicken breast with sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
