Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

This quick and easy recipe makes barbecue chicken in the air fryer!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 386kcal

Author Ashley C.

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.

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