Name: Smoky paprika air fryer chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 3/4-inch thickness; 1 1/2 cups white rice; 2 cups water; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 1/4 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 3/4 tsp black pepper; 3/4 lemon, cut into wedges

Nutrition

Per serving

2,148 calories

Protein: 174g; 32% of calories
Carbs: 234g; 43% of calories
Fat: 58g; 24% of calories

Instructions

Prep 15 min · Cook 40 min

In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, two-thirds of the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, cumin, and black pepper. Add the pounded chicken breasts and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
While the chicken marinates, combine the rice and water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and garlic bits. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Done when opaque in the center, 165°F.
Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve the chicken over the white rice with lemon wedges for squeezing.

Nutrition

Ingredients

Instructions

Get a whole week of meals like this, planned for you

More dinner recipes