Description
A quick and easy dish featuring juicy chicken breasts with a crispy exterior, perfect for a ketogenic diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Make the Marinade: Combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let sit for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about five minutes.
- Season Again: Sprinkle more salt and pepper on top of the chicken before cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Place marinated chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let it Rest: Remove from air fryer and let rest for five minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer and consider various spice additions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 150mg