Description
This Air Fryer Ranch Chicken recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to enjoy juicy, tender chicken breasts seasoned with a delightful ranch blend. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe uses an air fryer to cook the chicken evenly and quickly, locking in moisture and flavor without extra oil.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to preheat fully to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the chicken: Rub each chicken breast evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper over all sides, ensuring a good coating of flavors.
- Arrange in air fryer basket: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to avoid overcrowding, which helps them cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken: Air fry the chicken breasts for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Use a meat thermometer to verify the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), confirming they are fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked but not overdone.
- You can customize the seasoning by adding garlic powder or paprika for an extra kick.
- This recipe works well with air fryer models that fit at least four chicken breasts comfortably.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices.
