Juicy, smoky air fryer chicken breast made with a simple five-spice marinade. Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect as a base for salads, bowls, and wraps all week.
Author:The Solo Spoon
Prep Time:5
Cook Time:22
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:3
Ingredients
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoonssmoked paprika
5 teaspoonssalt
1/2 teaspoonblack pepper
1/4 teaspoononion powder
1/4 teaspoongarlic powder
2 tablespoonsavocado oil
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and avocado oil to create a marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
After marinating, remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer (rounded side down).
Cook the chicken breasts in the air fryer at 380°F (190°C) for 22 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing or serving.
Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges if desired, and serve with your favorite side dishes.