Air Fryer Reference
Chicken Breast
protein · fresh
- Temperature
- 380 °F
- 193 °C
- Total time
- 18 min
- 2 breasts (6–8 oz each) in a single layer
- Flip at
- 9 min
- flip once
- Internal temp
- 165 °F
- 74 °C
Doneness
Juices run clear when pierced; flesh is opaque white throughout, no pink near the bone area.
Oil & seasoning
Light olive oil spray on both sides before seasoning.
Season with: salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, Italian herbs.
Watch out for
- Always confirm 165 °F / 74 °C internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer — visual checks alone are not safe for poultry.
- If breasts are thicker than 1 inch at the centre, butterfly or pound to an even thickness before cooking to avoid a dry exterior.