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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts

January 13, 2021 by Feeding Your Fam 8 Comments

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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts are perfectly seasoned and come out tender and juicy every time. Using the Air Fryer to cook frozen chicken breasts is so easy, cuts down on cooking time and makes a perfect main dish or delicious chicken for adding to quesadillas, pastas and so much more. 

Looking for other delicious Air Fryer Recipes? Check out my recipes for, Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes or Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges. 

chicken breasts in air fryer basket

We have loved cooking in our air fryer. It is so convenient and really you can make anything you would make in the oven in the air fryer. I especially love it because my kids can easily make meals and snacks for themselves. This recipe for cooking frozen chicken has come in handy so many times. I love to make this recipe for a simple dinner, or have extra chicken on hand to use in other recipes.

If you do not own an air fryer yet, this is the air fryer that I use. I purchased mine from Costco and it was a great deal. Just look around, you can find great deals on these appliances. 

frozen chicken and spices

How to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts in Air Fryer

Ingredients for Frozen Chicken Breasts:

  • frozen chicken
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • paprika
  • oregano

To prepare the air fryer for cooking, preheat to 400ºF while you prep and season the chicken. 

two images, one of mixed spices, the other of frozen chicken seasoned with the spices

First, drizzle olive oil on both sides of the chicken breast, rub or brush the oil on to coat evenly. Now, if you do not want to use oil when making this chicken, you do not have to, just follow the recipe without it. 

Mix together the spices and liberally season both sides of the chicken breasts. 

Place the frozen chicken breasts into the basket of the preheated air fryer. Be careful at this point as the air fryer will be really hot from preheating. 

How long to cook frozen chicken breast in the air fryer

Set the timer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, flip the chicken inside the basket and continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes. How long you cook the chicken will also depend on how big the chicken breasts are. Smaller ones will take less time, so adjust your time accordingly. 

Cook the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF, use an instant read thermometer to check the temperature, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center. 

Remove the chicken from the air fryer to a clean plate and let rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing. 

sliced chicken breast on a wooden cutting board

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast Recipe

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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast Recipe

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breast is easy to make and so tasty with this simple blend of spices.
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Chicken, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: 30 Minute Meal, Air Fryer, Chicken Recipes
Keyword: Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts
Servings: 2
Calories: 297kcal
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Author: Sarah Alvord, Feeding Your Fam

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, frozen
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp oregano

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 400ºF
  • Combine the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and oregano
  • Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the chicken breast, rub or brush the olive oil to cover the chicken.
  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice mixture
  • Place the chicken into the basket of the air fryer
  • Set the timer for 15 minutes, turn the chicken in the basket and continue to cook for another 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature of the chicken measures 165ºF or is no longer pink in the center.
  • Remove the chicken and rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing

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Notes

  • The chicken will be dry if allowed to cook for too long. Be sure to check the temperature a few times as the chicken get closer to being done. 

Nutrition

Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 844mg | Potassium: 836mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts are perfectly seasoned and come out tender and juicy every time. Using the Air Fryer to cook frozen chicken breasts is so easy, cuts down on cooking time and makes a perfect main dish or delicious chicken for adding to quesadillas, pastas and so much more. 

sliced chicken breast on a wooden cutting board

What to serve with Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts:

  • Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Sauteed Asparagus with Lemon

Don’t have an air fryer? Check out my simple recipe for cooking frozen chicken breasts in the oven HERE.

 

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  1. Cheri Gauthier

    April 27, 2021 at 12:51 pm

    5 stars
    Great chicken air fryer recipe. I did use frozen chicken breasts. They were tender and juicy. Easy to use your favorite herbs and spices. It is on my go to list for dinner

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    • Feeding Your Fam

      April 28, 2021 at 9:32 am

      I’m so happy it turned out so good for you! Thanks so much for your comment!

      Reply
  2. Sharon

    July 7, 2021 at 5:56 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! I accidentally pulled chicken thighs out of the freezer instead of breasts, but equally as excellent! Very flavorful and loved how juicy it came out. I’m solo so I have a tendency to freeze bulk meat purchases. Loving my air fryer that I can go from frozen to cooked in around 30 minutes! Also love that there are resources such as this website that posts wonderful recipes!

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    • Feeding Your Fam

      July 8, 2021 at 4:42 pm

      Thank you so much!! It sounds like they turned out perfect for you!! We love cooking with our air fryer too, so easy. I really appreciate you coming back and leaving a comment!! Thanks!!!

      Reply
  3. Julie

    July 11, 2021 at 3:48 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect! And I love the seasoning!

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    • Feeding Your Fam

      July 12, 2021 at 9:29 am

      Thanks for your comment!! I’m so happy you like it!! 🥰

      Reply
  4. Jaye Irie

    July 27, 2021 at 5:11 pm

    Perfect combination of flavors and easy to make. I used chicken breasts and added “smoked” paprika, cumin and curry” to the listed seasonings and cooked in the air fryer and followed the rest of the recipe. Served with curried coconut palmini linguine and it’s a wrap! Lovely! Italian with a Jamaican twist. Thank you!!

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    • Feeding Your Fam

      July 31, 2021 at 5:25 pm

      Sounds delicious, I love the spice additions!! Thanks so much for leaving a comment!

      Reply

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