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Air-Fryer-Rosemary-Chicken-Breast

Air Fryer Rosemary Chicken Breast

4.60 from 5 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

Unbelievably juicy air fryer rosemary chicken breast in 18 minutes — 6 pantry ingredients, no marinating, foolproof every time.

Ingredients 

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (8-10 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (OR 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed)
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, Diamond Crystal; use ½ tsp Morton's or table salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional, for color

Instructions

  • Prep the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts very dry with paper towels. If one end is much thicker than the other, gently pound to an even ¾-inch thickness.
  • Make the seasoned oil. In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, chopped rosemary, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
  • Season. Brush or rub the seasoned oil all over both sides of the chicken, making sure every spot is coated.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Air fry. Place chicken in the basket in a single layer with space between them. Cook at 380°F for 9 minutes.
  • Flip and finish. Flip with tongs and cook another 7-9 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer reads 155°F (68°C) in the thickest part.
  • Rest. Transfer to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5 minutes. Temperature rises to a safe 165°F (74°C).
  • Slice and serve. Slice across the grain into ½-inch pieces. Sprinkle with flaky salt and extra rosemary if you like.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Notes

Recipe Notes

  • Cook chart by weight: 5-7 oz → 7 + 6 min. 8-10 oz → 9 + 7-9 min. 11-13 oz → 10 + 9-11 min. Always pull at 155°F.
  • Dried rosemary swap: 1 tsp dried per 1 tbsp fresh. Crush in your palms first.
  • Air fryer variation: models can vary by 25°F. Trust the thermometer, not the timer.
  • Storage: fridge up to 4 days; freezer up to 3 months (slice before freezing).
  • Reheating: air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes with a splash of broth in the basket.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 1004mgPotassium: 451mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 189IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg