Chicken breast is a favorite dinner and for good reason. This meal is easy and incredibly juicy with delicious crispy skin.
Juicy Bone-In Chicken Breast
Almost zero prep time, simply season and air fry. No marinade is needed! Cooks up quickly, and turns out super tender and juicy. The air fryer is quicker than the oven, especially when it comes to making perfectly tender chicken. Skin comes out extra crispy and flavorful.
Ingredients Find everything air fryer here including our best tips, tricks, and recipes. View all Air Fryer Recipes here. CHICKEN: Split chicken breasts are bone-in chicken breasts and are usually sold with skin. You can use any bone in chicken in this recipe including thighs or drumsticks. Frozen breasts should be thawed before cooking. SEASONING: We love Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning because it has less salt and more flavor than store bought. Any chicken seasoning will work just fine in this recipe. For a different flavor, try this recipe with Blackened Seasoning or Greek Seasoning.
How to Air Fry Bone-In Chicken Breasts
Power up the air fryer, it’s super easy to make this recipe: Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving.
No Air Fryer? No Problem!
You can also make split chicken breasts in the oven. Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare the chicken as directed in the recipe below. Bake on a rimmed baking sheet for 40-50 minutes until juices run clear. (A meat thermometer should read 165°F)
How to Make Extra Juicy Air Fryer Chicken
Chicken breasts can vary in size so use a meat thermometer to ensure it doesn’t overcook. (Be sure to check it early). Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F, I usually take it out a few degrees before as it will continue to cook once you remove it from the oven. Always allow chicken (and other meats) to rest before serving. This helps to redistribute the juices and makes for a juicy chicken breast.
Storing Leftovers
Store leftover air fryer chicken breast in an air-tight container for up to 4 days. Cooked chicken will freeze indefinitely, but will taste better the sooner it is used up. Try adding it to Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole or add it to a Cobb Salad. There is no shortage of recipes that use cooked chicken.
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