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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken
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Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

This Air Fryer BBQ Chicken is a quick and easy dinner recipe, it's ready in just 30 minutes. Simple and delicious weeknight meal!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fried, air fryer, bbq, chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 387kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts - boneless, skinless
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  • Lay the chicken out on a prep plate or cutting board. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
  • Combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Sprinkle the spice mixture on the chicken and rub/press it in so it sticks well.
  • Transfer the chicken to the heated air fryer basket or try. Cook for 10 minutes. (be sure to space evenly and only do a single layer at a time)
  • Brush the bbq sauce on the chicken and cook for another 8-10 minutes - or until the internal temp is 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
  • If you are working in batches, repeat with any remaining chicken.

Notes

Tip: For extra flavor, brush additional barbecue sauce on the chicken just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1291mg | Potassium: 1031mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 30g