Description
A delightful blend of juicy chicken breasts infused with aromatic herbs and garlic, cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
Dried Thyme: 1 teaspoon- Dried Rosemary: 1 teaspoon
- Dried Oregano: 1 teaspoon
Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and coat them with the marinade, letting them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for doneness using a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of chicken pieces.
- Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried, but adjust quantities accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken, Garlic, Herb, Easy Recipe, Healthy Cooking