Juicy Air Fryer Rooster Breasts

We by no means get bored with hen breast meals as a result of there are at all times new methods to organize them. Our one criticism 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 straightforward recipe provides you juicy meat each time.

For simpler air fryer recipes, strive our Garlic Lime Chicken or our Naked Chicken Tenders.

Why Our Recipe

Rooster breast that’s tremendous juicy, with the right crispy outdoors, 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 superb marinade and the air fryer. Significantly, the longer you marinade the higher. We love to start out this early within the morning to marinate all day earlier than lastly throwing within the air fryer for supper time. Pair this along with your favourite veggie and rice or potatoes, and also you’ve acquired your self a very scrumptious meal.

Ingredient Notes

Ingredients used to make air fryer chicken breasts.

Rooster Breasts: We use boneless, skinless hen breasts for this recipe. You can too use boneless skinless hen thighs for a juicier darkish meat outcome.
Olive Oil: You should use any impartial cooking oil like avocado or vegetable oil as properly.
Garlic: Freshly minced garlic supplies the very best taste, however jarred minced garlic works in a pinch.
Lemon Juice: Contemporary is greatest however should you’re quick on time, you should utilize bottled.

Add Some Warmth

Our spice mix is a extra savory mixture of dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. If you happen to’d like so as to add just a little extra spice, merely add a 1/2–1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili powder. You can too add a sprinkle of pink pepper flakes so as to add just a little kick.

Air Fryer Suggestions

Use a Liner: Cleansing up is a breeze should 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 permit for air movement.

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

Maintain an Eye on Issues: Air fryers work quick, and no one desires overcooked hen. Use a meat thermometer should you can (to succeed in a protected inside temperature of 165°F) and test on issues towards the top so that you nail that good doneness.

Overhead view looking into an air fryer basket with chicken breasts.

Serving Strategies

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 a whole 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 acquired a protein bowl. Drizzle it with some type 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 some other toppings you’re keen on for a scrumptious meal.