Description
This air fryer cajun spiced chicken breast recipe delivers a flavorful and juicy result with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For extra heat, add cayenne pepper to the spice mix.
- Try marinating the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
- Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: air fryer cajun spiced chicken breast recipe