Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
This quick and easy recipe makes barbecue chicken in the air fryer!
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (2 to 3 breasts)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/2 cup bbq sauce
Instructions
- Spray your air fryer basket lightly with olive oil cooking spray and set it aside.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes.
- Sprinkle the spices over the chicken, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
- Add the chicken breasts to the air fryer basket, making sure they’re all in a single layer. Cook at 375 Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 8 minutes.
- Once the chicken registers 165 Fahrenheit on an instant read thermometer, brush each piece withB BQ sauce and cook them again at 375 Fahrenheit for 2 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
Storing: Leftover air fryer bbq chicken breast will stay fresh in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave, or air fry it at 350 for 5-8 minutes until warmed through.
Freezing: Store cooked chicken breast in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag with as much air removed as possible. Cooked chicken will last up to 3 months in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating and serving.
SUBSTITUTIONS
- You can substitute chicken breasts wit boneless chicken thighs.
- You can substitute all the spices with 1 1/2 teaspoons of your favorite BBQ seasoning blend.
Nutrition
Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1582mg | Potassium: 1028mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 512IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg