Juicy Air Fryer Hen Breasts

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

For simpler air fryer recipes, strive 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 hen 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 begin this early within the morning to marinate all day earlier than lastly throwing within the air fryer for time for dinner. Pair this together with your favourite veggie and rice or potatoes, and also you’ve obtained your self a completely scrumptious meal.

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients used to make air fryer chicken breasts.

Hen Breasts: We use boneless, skinless hen breasts for this recipe. You may also use boneless skinless hen 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 offers one of the best taste, however jarred minced garlic works in a pinch.
Lemon Juice: Recent is finest however when you’re brief 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. When you’d like so as to add just a little extra spice, merely add a 1/2–1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili powder. You may also add a sprinkle of crimson pepper flakes so as to add just a little kick.

Air Fryer Ideas

Use a Liner: Cleansing up is a breeze when 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 circulation.

Don’t Overcrowd: Give your meals some respiration room within the air fryer basket. In case your air fryer isn’t large, prepare dinner in batches—it’s value it for these completely golden outcomes. And don’t overlook to toss or shake all the pieces midway by means of so all of it cooks good and evenly.

Hold an Eye on Issues: Air fryers work quick, and no person needs overcooked hen. Use a meat thermometer when you can (to succeed in a secure inner 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 Solutions

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 an entire 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 obtained a protein bowl. Drizzle it with some form of sauce, dressing, or aioli to complete it off.

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