How Long To Air Fry Chicken Breast at 400F -

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How Long To Air Fry Chicken Breast at 400F

Learn how long to air fry chicken breast at 400F for tender and juicy chicken breast.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Course: Air Fryer

Cuisine: American

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Servings:

Calories: 276kcal

Author: Valerie Skinner

Equipment

air fryer or Ninja Foodi
Tongs

Ingredients

1 pound Chicken Breast 6-8 ounce pieces
1 tsp Cooking Oil
Seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder etc.)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 400F for 3-5 minutes before cooking the chicken.
Use a light coat of cooking spray or oil on the chicken breasts to help them crisp up.
Season the chicken breasts with your favorite spices or herbs.
Place the chicken in the Ninja Foodi or air fryer basket in a single layer, so they cook evenly.
See notes for cooking time.
Flip the chicken breasts over halfway through cooking.
Cook chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165F. Use a kitchen thermometer for best results.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking before slicing and serving.

Notes

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast:

6 oz chicken breast: 9-10 minutes
8 oz chicken breast: 12 minutes
10 oz chicken breast: 15 minutes

Bone-In Chicken Breast:

6 oz chicken breast: 11 minutes
8 oz chicken breast: 14 minutes
10 oz chicken breast: 17 minutes

Boneless Skinless Thin Chicken Breast:

6 oz chicken breast: 7 minutes
8 oz chicken breast: 10 minutes
10 oz chicken breast: 12 minutes

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