How Long to Air Fry Chicken Breast (boneless)

Air fry chicken breast (boneless) at 380°F (195°C) for 18-22 minutes. Exact settings, when to shake, and how to tell when it is done.

380°F for 18 to 22 minutes, shake at 10.

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Arrange the chicken breast (boneless) in a single layer with space between pieces. Crowding traps steam and stops browning.

3. 3

   Air fry for 18 to 22 minutes, shaking or flipping at the 10-minute mark.

4. 4

   Check the thickest piece with a thermometer. It is done at 165°F.

Use these settings as a starting point; thickness, quantity, and appliance model affect timing. How to use our cooking guides.

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