Ridiculously Good Air Fryer Chicken Breast
This air fryer chicken breast is coated in a bold blend of spices, brown sugar, and cornstarch, then air fried to juicy, golden perfection with crispy edges. Ready in minutes and full of flavor!
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl large
- 1 Pressure cooker
- 1 Air fryer
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt fine grind
- 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- gochujang dipping sauce optional
Instructions
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into thin flat pieces and pat dry.
- Mix all spices in a bowl. Sprinkle over chicken and drizzle avocado oil. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Ensure pressure cooker’s sealing ring is clean and insert rack or shallow pan inside with a bit of water.
- Place chicken on rack/pan inside pressure cooker. Lock lid and seal. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Quick release pressure carefully. Once float valve drops, open lid.
- Transfer chicken to air fryer basket and air fry at 415°F for 8-10 minutes until crispy edges form.
- Serve warm with gochujang dipping sauce or side of choice.
Notes
Try patting chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crisp edges. Store leftovers in a tight container for up to 3 days, or freeze up to 2 months.