Description
A juicy, tender BBQ chicken breast made right in your air fryer—ready in under 30 minutes, and bursting with bold, smoky flavor. This easy weeknight recipe delivers that sticky, caramelized BBQ finish without turning on the oven or firing up the grill. It’s healthier, faster, and totally foolproof. Perfect for meal prep, quick dinners, or slicing into salads and sandwiches. Once you try it, you’ll be making it on repeat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons BBQ sauce (more for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness, about ¾-inch.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil and seasonings. Brush onto both sides of the chicken.
- Place in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
- Cook for 10 minutes. Flip and brush both sides with BBQ sauce.
- Cook for another 4–6 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Brush with more BBQ sauce if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken beforehand.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Warm your BBQ sauce for a smoother glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14–16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg