Chicken breast in an air fryer
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Cooking chicken breast in an air fryer is very simple and quick. By using different spices, you can get a new flavor each time. This is a universal, low-calorie recipe that fits into any menu. Minimal time and effort, yet excellent results. I highly recommend trying it—you won't be disappointed. It turns out really delicious! You can enjoy the chicken breast both warm and cold, and it's also perfect for various salads, sandwiches, and other tasty snacks. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients from the list. Similarly, you can cook other parts of the chicken.
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Step 2
Wash and dry the chicken fillet. Make longitudinal cuts in the chicken. This will allow the marinade to penetrate the meat better.
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Step 3
Transfer the chicken breast to a deep bowl. Add paprika, salt, ground pepper, and spices to taste. I'm using a ready-made chicken seasoning mix.
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Step 4
Drizzle the fillet with lemon juice and vegetable oil.
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Step 5
Rub well on all sides. If time permits, you can marinate the meat for about 30 minutes.
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Step 6
Place the fillet on the rack in the air fryer basket; I line the rack with parchment paper, but you can skip it — up to you. Bake at 200 degrees for about 20 minutes.
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Step 7
Important! Do not overcook the chicken! If necessary, flip the chicken breasts once during cooking. When the air fryer finishes cooking, leave the chicken breasts inside for another 5 minutes to rest and finish cooking.
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Step 8
Chicken breast cooked in the air fryer is ready. You can eat it as is or slice it into salads.