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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
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servingsThere’s something about BBQ chicken that just feels like summer, no matter what time of year it is. And when you can make it in the air fryer? Even better. This recipe is all about juicy, flavorful chicken with a sticky, caramelized BBQ glaze—without the hassle of firing up the grill.
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Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and rub them with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and brush it generously with BBQ sauce. Cook for another 6-8 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Brush with additional BBQ sauce and cook for 1 more minute to caramelize the glaze.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
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