Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, this easy air fryer chicken breast recipe is a game-changer for quick meals.
No more dry or boring chicken—just tender, seasoned perfection in under 20 minutes.
With minimal ingredients and no messy oil splatters, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a healthy, protein-packed dish any night of the week.
Serve it with your favorite sides, slice it for salads, or use it in sandwiches for a delicious and effortless meal.
Ingredients
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• ½ cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley, optional
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Pour in lemon juice, olive oil, lemon pepper, basil, oregano, and salt. Shake so that all the chicken gets covered.
- Let marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
- Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove chicken from marinade and place in air fryer basket. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Cook chicken for 12 minutes, flip, and place lemon slices on top. Continue cooking for 10-12 additional minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. How long this takes will depend on the size and thickness of your chicken breasts.
- Serve hot. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley (optional).
