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    Home » Air fryer » Marinated Chicken In Air Fryer

    Published: Jun 29, 2022 · Modified: Sep 10, 2022 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Marinated Chicken In Air Fryer

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    Skip the oven and cook this marinated chicken in the air fryer. This marinated air fryer chicken breast is made with only 4 ingredients you can easily find in your pantry. The chicken is unbelievably tender, juicy, and utterly delicious. Let me show you how to make it.

    three cooked chicken breast in the air fyer basket garnished with chopped parley.

    Air fryer marinated chicken breast recipe

    Ever wondered if you can cook marinated chicken in air fryer? the simple answer is, Yes! you can cook marinated chicken in the air fryer! Not only it is quick and easy, but the result is also amazingly delicious. The chicken comes out so tender, juicy, and packed full of flavor.

    Chicken breast often gets the bad rap for being dry and easily overcooked but not this air fryer marinated chicken. I used chicken breast for this recipe but you can use any cuts of chicken you prefer.

    This is the air fryer recipe you didn't think you need but you will be thankful for having in your repertoire. With 4 ingredients of marinade and salt and pepper, the chicken can be on the dinner table in 20 minutes. This recipe gives you the opportunity to plan ahead and can also be customized to taste. You can literally use any marinade you want, homemade or store-bought.

    This air fryer chicken is healthy, low carb, and gluten-free!

    a plate of sliced chicken breast with sliced cucumber.

    Ingredients

    Boneless chicken breast: substitute with boneless chicken thighs or chicken drumsticks

    Olive oil: substitute with any other flavorless cooking oil of choice.

    Herbs de Provence: substitute with Italian seasoning.

    Garlic granules: substitute with garlic powder or freshly minced garlic.

    Lemon juice + zest

    Salt and black pepper to taste

    ingredients to make matinated chicken breast on the counter.

    How to cook marinated chicken in the air fryer

    Prep the chicken: remove any unwanted fat from the chicken breast and transfer it to a Ziploc bag or a large bowl.

    Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic granules, Herbs de Provence, salt, and black pepper until combined

    Marinate the chicken: pour the chicken marinade over the chicken breast and massage it gently with your hand until the chicken is well coated. Let it sit and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours in the fridge.

    Air fry the chicken: Preheat the air fryer at 390F/195C for 3-5 minutes then spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for a total of 18 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F/74C flipping it halfway through.

    the process shot of cooking marinated chicken breast in the air fryer.

    Remove the chicken from the air fryer basket to a plate, cover loosely with foil and leave to rest for about 5 minutes before cutting into it. Serve immediately with your favorite sides. Enjoy!

    What to serve with chicken breast

    Chicken is a versatile protein that goes well with a variety of side dishes. Here are some ideas of what to serve with this air fryer marinated chicken breast

    Creamy pasta salad

    Potato salad

    Cucumber apple salad

    Air fryer broccoli, carrots, or vegetable medley

    Tomato cucumber mozzarella salad

    Mushroom rice

    Boursin mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy

    Pink sauce pasta or Boursin pasta

    a close shot of chicken breast in the air fryer basket.

    How to store and reheat

    Cooked chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

    Reheat the chicken in the air fryer, oven, or microwave until warmed through to your liking.

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    three cooked chicken breast in an air fryer basket.

    Marinated Chicken In Air Fryer

    Ajoke
    Skip the oven and cook these marinated chicken in the air fryer. This marinated air fryer chicken is made with 4 ingredients you can easily find in your pantry. The chicken is unbelievably tender, juicy, and utterly delicious.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Chicken
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 3
    Calories 425 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 Boneless chicken breast about 2lb
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ½ Tablespoon Herbs de Provence
    • 2 teaspoons garlic granules
    • 1 Lemon juice + zest
    • Salt and black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Remove any unwanted fat from the chicken breast and transfer it to a Ziploc bag or a large bowl.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic granules, Herbs de Provence, salt, and black pepper until combined
    • Pour the chicken marinade over the chicken breast, and massage it gently with your hand until the chicken is well coated. Let it sit and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours in the fridge.
    • Preheat the air fryer at 390F/195C for 3-5 minutes then spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for a total of 18 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F/74C flipping it halfway through.
    • Remove the chicken from the air fryer basket to a plate, cover loosely with foil and leave to rest for about 5 minutes before cutting into it. Serve immediately with your favorite sides. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 48gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 264mgPotassium: 866mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 93IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.

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    FAQs

    Can you cook marinated chicken in air fryer

    Yes, you can cook marinated chicken or any other type of chicken in the air fryer. The result is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is packed with flavor.

    How long do I need to marinate chicken

    You will need to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours in the fridge.

    Marinated chicken air fryer temperature

    The chicken should be cooked at a temperature of 390F/195C for a total of 15 to 25 minutes depending on the thickness of the chicken or until the internal temperature reaches 165F/74C flipping it halfway through.

    Can I use frozen chicken in the air fryer

    Yes, you can cook frozen chicken in the air fryer. The cooking time will be increased by about 5-8 minutes depending on the cut of chicken used.

    a palte of chicken breast and cucuber salad placed on a marble surface.

    I hope you enjoy this air fryer recipe. Please let me know how it turns out for you if you try it! Kindly rate the recipe 5 star and leave me feedback in the comment section below. Tag me @thedinnerbite on Instagram and save away to your Pinterest. Please subscribe to the blog if you haven’t for free new recipes in your inbox

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