Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Breast
Juicy air fryer BBQ chicken breast with smoky seasoning and sticky sauce, ready in about 20 minutes.
Servings: 2
Calories: 266kcal
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Meat thermometer
- Small bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and trim or flatten them so they are even in thickness.
- In a bowl, whisk olive oil, soy sauce, ¼ cup BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken completely. Let it rest a few minutes if possible.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F and lightly grease the basket.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer and cook for 8 minutes.
- Flip and cook another 8 to 10 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches about 160°F.
- Brush the rest of the BBQ sauce over the chicken and cook for 1 to 3 more minutes until it reaches 165°F.
- Rest the chicken for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Thicker chicken breasts benefit from slicing or pounding first.
- Always add BBQ sauce near the end to prevent burning.
- Resting the chicken keeps it juicy. Don’t skip it.
- Leftovers are great cold or reheated gently.
Nutrition
Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1506mg | Potassium: 562mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 607IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
