Name: Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken; 1 tbsp avocado oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.333 cup bbq sauce use

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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

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Ingredients

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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

1 lb boneless skinless chicken(2) 8 ounce chicken breasts

1 tbsp avocado oil or your favorite oil

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp saltplus more to taste

½ tsp black pepperplus more to taste

⅓ cup bbq sauce useup to 1/2 cup for extra saucy bbq chicken

Instructions

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Instructions

If the chicken breasts are quite large, place in a zip top bag and pound to uniform thickness, or butterfly the chicken by cutting it in half lengthwise to make 2 pieces. Pat the chicken dry, then brush evenly with the oil.

Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the chicken.

Air fry the chicken breasts at 380 degrees in a single layer for 8 minutes, then flip and continue cooking until an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the breast reaches 160 degrees, around 7-10 minutes more depending on the size and thickness. Brush the chicken with bbq sauce on both sides and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165 degrees.

Place the chicken on a plate, cover loosely with foil and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Brine Your Chicken 🧂
Apply your salt and spice blend 15-30 minutes before air frying to allow the seasonings to penetrate the meat and enhance juiciness through osmosis.
Pat Dry for Crispier Skin ✨
Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the chicken surface before seasoning and cooking; this removes moisture that prevents browning and helps achieve a caramelized exterior.
Add BBQ Sauce in Two Stages 🍖
Apply half the BBQ sauce at the 15-minute mark, then add the remainder in the final 3-5 minutes to prevent burning while achieving a glossy, caramelized coating.
Don't Overcrowd the Basket 🎯
Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer with space between them for proper hot air circulation; crowding creates steaming instead of crisping.
Rest Before Saucing 🌡️
Let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking before adding final BBQ sauce to allow juices to set and prevent the meat from drying out.