Description
A flavorful and easy-to-prepare dish that combines spices and chicken cooked in an air fryer for a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 🛢️ Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- 🌶️ Chili Powder: 1 tablespoon
- 🌿 Cumin: 1 teaspoon
- 🧄 Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- 🧅 Onion Powder: 1 teaspoon
- 🧂 Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- 🧂 Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
- 🍋 Lime Juice: 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
- 🌱 Fresh Cilantro: for garnish (about 1/4 cup, chopped)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by patting it dry and coating it with the marinade in a mixing bowl.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Mexican Chicken, Easy Recipe, Healthy Cooking