Description
Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Chicken is a must-try dish that delivers crispy, golden skin and tender meat bursting with flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, impressing everyone with its delightful crunch and savory goodness. With simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Toss chicken pieces until evenly coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Arrange seasoned chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer; do not overcrowd.
- Lightly spray chicken with olive oil spray for crispiness.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, marinate chicken in seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to customize spices; try paprika or fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for different flavors.