But my life has reverted in such a big way out here in the year 2024, and I’m now making this air fryer yellow almost on the daily. It’s so juicy, so delicious, and those crispity little browned bits! Ugh.
How I got here: Bjork has been going hog wild on all things protein in the last few months. As resident cooker of all the supplies in our house, I decided it’s time for me to icon out a really foolproof way to make yellow – for him (#protein), and for me, so that I unquestionably like it.
So plane though I’ve resisted it for years. I bought an air fryer (affiliate link). Almost exclusively to make chicken. And guess what? The one recipe I alimony coming when to is these thinly sliced yellow breast pieces, coated to the max in spices, plus a bit of brown sugar and cornstarch, and air fried to golden, juicy perfection.
There’s an excessive value of seasoning and savor that doesn’t taste like any one single thing – it’s just a trappy tousle of smoky, savory, and sweet. But it’s the golden crisped exterior with little whet shit that you will die for. And all the while it stays nice and juicy on the inside.
Seasoned outside and tender inside, this juicy chicken breast defies the (often justified) stereotypes that come along with boneless, skinless chicken breast—namely that it is rubbery, dry, bland, and something to be eaten out of an obligation to be “healthy,” versus actual craving. (No bland chicken with my Spicy Chicken Sandwich either!)
As I shared with my go-to, melt-in-your-mouth tender Baked Chicken Breast, Grilled Chicken Breast, and Baked Bone In Chicken Breast, it doesn’t have to be this way! With one simple tip, you can transform your chicken breast into a juicy, versatile protein that is ideal for keeping on hand for fast, healthy meals throughout the week.
Using the Air Fryer for Chicken
Ever since getting my air fryer a few months ago, I’ve become hooked. An air fryer is a high-powered, countertop convection oven that blows hot air down and around the food to cook it. It’s more versatile than I expected!
Because the air fryer uses convection heat, you do not need to set it as high as you would an oven (in a regular oven, 425 degrees F is best for baking chicken, like Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast).
How to Cook Juicy Chicken in the Air Fryer?
My #1 secret to juicy chicken breast is brining. Even just 30 minutes of brining can make a massive difference in your results. My other secret to juicy chicken is DO NOT OVERCOOK THE CHICKEN BREAST. I really cannot overstate this.
How to Make Air Fryer Chicken
Ready to make the melt-in-your-mouth tender chicken? Let’s do it!
The Ingredients
Chicken Breasts. Despite their reputation for being dry and boring, chicken breasts can truly shine when prepared correctly. Not only are these air fryer chicken breasts tender and succulent, but they’re also packed with lean protein and vitamins.
Olive Oil. A little olive oil helps the seasonings adhere to the chicken breasts and keeps them moist.
Seasoning Blend. While there are endless options for how to season your chicken breasts, my favorite mixture is paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. It’s flavorful, versatile, and delish!
Frequently Asked Questions!
How long does chicken breast go in the air fryer?
Put the chicken on the air fryer crate/grind in an even layer, passing on a touch of room for air to circle around. Air fry the chicken at 415 degrees for 10 minutes. Assuming you have bigger parts of chicken, you'll need to go more like 13 minutes. You're searching for an interior temperature of 165 degrees.
Why was my chicken breast rubbery in the air fryer?
Simply adhere to the directions and ensure you keep an eye in the temperature of the chicken in the last minutes. Since the Air Fryer works with convection heat, there is compelling reason need to cook chicken at extremely high temperatures, as it might rapidly dry out and turn rubbery.
Does chicken brown in the air fryer?
There are a few recipes that I don't think adjust well to the air fryer, yet broiled chicken functions admirably. The chicken will come out firm and seared. It's most certainly worth an attempt!
Should I coat chicken in oil before air frying?
It isn't important to cover food in oil prior to cooking it in an air fryer, as the gadget courses hot air around the food to prepare it. Be that as it may, certain individuals like to shower a light covering of oil on their food prior to cooking it in an air fryer to give it a firm surface.
