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A plate with sliced barbecue chicken breast, mashed potatoes, and a fresh green salad with sliced tomatoes, garnished with chopped herbs. A fork rests on the side of the plate.

Air Fryer BBQ Chicken

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Juicy, flavorful, and ready in 25 minutes, this Air Fryer BBQ Chicken is a weeknight game changer. Made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are coated in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, this recipe delivers all the classic BBQ flavors without firing up the grill. It's perfect for busy families or anyone craving quick and easy comfort food!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer bbq chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 382
Author Gayle

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer (if your model has this option) to 375℉
  • In a small bowl, add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika and stir well to combine.
  • Brush the sauce onto each chicken breast, coating both sides. Leave a little sauce in the bowl, as you'll coat the chicken halfway through air frying.
  • Add a parchment paper liner to the air fryer basket (if using) and place the chicken in a single layer in basket. Air fry for 7 minutes, then flip each chicken breast, brush with more sauce, and cook for another 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through and no longer pink (the chicken should reach and internal temperature of 165℉.)
  • Optional: brush any remaining sauce over the chicken just before serving.

Notes

  • The bbq sauce is sweet and smoky, but if you like a little spice, you can add some hot sauce or cayenne to the mixture.
  • Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat: microwave until warmed through or reheat in the air fryer at 350℉ for 3-4 minutes, or until warmed through.
  • To freeze: place into a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to serve, let thaw completely in the refrigerator. 
  • See my tips and tricks for making this Air Fryer BBQ Chicken above the recipe box.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1315mg | Potassium: 1096mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 868IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg