Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe
Enjoy this quick and easy recipe for Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast that results in a crispy outside and juicy inside, all smothered in delicious BBQ sauce. Perfect for a simple family dinner!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1 ½ – 2 lb chicken breast (3–4 chicken breasts), boneless, skinless
Spice Rub:
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ⅛ – ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Others:
- olive oil/oil spray
- ⅓ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Spice Rub: Combine paprika, garlic, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Prep Chicken: Pound chicken to even thickness. Pat dry, then coat with olive oil and spice rub.
- Air Fry: Place chicken in air fryer, cook at 360°F for 10 minutes. Flip and cook for another 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Add BBQ Sauce: Spread BBQ sauce on chicken, return to air fryer for 1-2 minutes until heated to 165°F.
- Rest & Serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
- Pound chicken for even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time for thicker or thinner chicken breasts.
- Add BBQ sauce only at the end to prevent burning.
- Try smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 733mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 109mg
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