How to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts in the Air Fryer

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

garlic powder

🥗Healthier: fresh garlic

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Fresh garlic provides more flavor and nutrients.

dried herbs

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Fresh herbs enhance flavor significantly.

Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400°F (204°C).

Mix olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and paprika in a bowl.

Place the frozen chicken breasts directly onto the preheated tray of the air fryer.

Air fry the chicken for 15 minutes at 400°F (204°C).

After 15 minutes, flip the chicken over and brush it with the olive oil and seasoning mixture on both sides.

Continue cooking the chicken for another 10 to 15 minutes, checking the internal temperature at the thickest part with a meat thermometer.

Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) or look for white meat that's cooked through with juices that run clear when sliced.

Squeeze half a lemon over the cooked chicken in the air fryer before serving.

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