Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
Enjoy this quick and delicious Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast, perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 ½ to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (680 to 907 grams)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (5 grams)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (2.5 grams)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (2.5 grams)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder (2.5 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (1.25 grams)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 milliliters)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (120 milliliters, plus more for serving)
Instructions
- Start by mixing the chili powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, onion powder, and garlic powder in a bowl. Stir well to avoid clumps.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are coated evenly. Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken and massage it in to integrate the flavors fully.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F. It will emit a warm smell as it heats and helps the chicken cook evenly.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, fitting snugly without overlapping. Check halfway through and flip to prevent uneven cooking.
- When the chicken is nearly cooked, brush on the BBQ sauce. This will create a glaze without burning. Avoid applying it too early to prevent a charred exterior.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute. This ensures the meat remains tender.
- Slice the chicken and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side for added flavor.
Notes
Store air fryer BBQ chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Use thinly-sliced chicken breasts, about 1-inch thick, for quicker cooking and to retain moisture.
If using thicker chicken breasts, reduce the cooking temperature to 350 degrees F and extend the cooking time by 5 minutes.
Reheat in the air fryer at 375 degrees F for about 5 to 10 minutes until warmed through.