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Easy Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast

Easy Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast

5 from 1 vote
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

Crispy, juicy Air Fryer Lemon Garlic Chicken Breast cooked perfectly in an air fryer basket. Quick, flavorful, and ready in minutes for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients 

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts,
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 teaspoon Red pepper chili flakes
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest minced 1 teaspoon garlic, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/3 teaspoon Red pepper chili flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  • Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Set the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F (air fryer setting) and set cook time for 10-12 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F before removing.
  • Plate the chicken, garnish if desired, and enjoy immediately.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 24gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 716mgPotassium: 468mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 96IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg