Description
Air Fryer Grilled Chicken offers a quick, juicy, and flavorful dinner perfect for busy families. Marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning, the chicken stays tender while the air fryer creates a lightly crisp exterior. Ready in just 20 minutes, this high‑protein, low‑fat meal fits clean‑eating plans and pairs well with vegetables, salads, or grain sides. Ideal for weeknight meals, meal‑prep, or a simple healthy dinner. Perfect for schedule.!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts in the mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- increase the temperature to 400°F for the last 2 minutes. Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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