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Chicken breast sliced and seasoned on a white plate.

Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast Recipe

This is the juiciest air fryer chicken breast recipe you'll ever have. Learn how to tenderize, brine, season, and air fry it to perfection.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Total Time: 43 minutes
Servings: 2

Equipment

  • 1 Kitchen Thermometer
  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 2 Boneless Chicken Breast 6-8 Ounces Each

Brine

  • 20 Oz Tap Water
  • 1 Oz Kosher Salt

Seasoning Blend

  • 1 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Dried Oregano
  • ½ Tsp Garlic Powder
  • ½ Tsp Kosher Salt
  • ¼ Tsp Onion Powder
  • ¼ Tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Put the chicken breast in a ziplock bag and place it on a cutting board. Using a meat mallet, lightly pound the meat into an even thickness and set aside.
  • For the Wet Brine, put the salt and half the water in a small saucepan. Heat until the salt has dissolved. Then, add the remaining water to help cool it down.
  • Pour the cooled brine into the ziplock bag with the chicken making sure it's completely submerged. Then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to a day.
  • In a small bowl, add the brown sugar, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until completely combined and set aside.
  • Preheat the Air Fryer to 360 degrees.
  • Remove the chicken from the brine and pat dry with a paper towel. Lightly brush the chicken with olive oil and season with this blend or use your favorite blend.
  • Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Carefully flip the chicken and cook for an additional 4-7 minutes or until the chicken has reached 165 degrees.
  • Remove the chicken and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You want to pound the meat before cooking. This will ensure that the meat cooks evenly without the thinner part being overcooked and dry.
  • You can use a rolling pin or a heavy skillet if you don't have a meat mallet.
  • The brine should be completely cooled before you add the chicken. 
  • Make sure you rub the seasoning blend all over the chicken.
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