For a more intense blackened flavor, increase the cayenne pepper to 1 teaspoon. Be mindful of the heat level! If your air fryer tends to dry out chicken, consider lightly spraying the chicken breasts with cooking oil halfway through the cooking time. Serve these blackened chicken breasts with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
Air Fryer Blackened Chicken Breasts
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS271
Experience the robust flavors of blackened chicken without the mess! This air fryer recipe delivers perfectly cooked, spice-crusted chicken breasts with minimal effort and cleanup. A weeknight dinner champion!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate3 g
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Cholesterol99 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein40 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium358 mg
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a small bowl, combine the paprika, thyme, cumin, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of spices. Transfer the mixture to a large plate. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Preheat your air fryer to 360 degrees F (175 degrees C). This ensures the chicken cooks evenly and develops a beautiful crust. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Lightly brush each chicken breast with vegetable oil, ensuring all surfaces are coated. Then, press each breast firmly into the spice mixture, coating all sides generously. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes while the air fryer finishes preheating; this allows the spices to adhere properly. (7 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Carefully place the spice-crusted chicken breasts into the preheated air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Air fry for approximately 20 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Once cooked, transfer the blackened chicken breasts to a clean plate and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender and flavorful chicken. (5 minutes)
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