Air Fryer Maple Glazed Chicken Breast Recipe
This Air Fryer Maple Glazed Chicken Breast recipe delivers juicy, tender chicken with a flavorful, sweet and tangy maple glaze. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a quick and healthy weeknight meal, it’s an easy dish that combines the rich taste of maple syrup with savory soy sauce and a hint of garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts
Maple Glaze
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the glaze.
- Prepare the Maple Glaze: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined to form a smooth glaze.
- Coat the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bowl or a shallow dish and evenly coat them with the maple glaze mixture, ensuring all sides are covered for maximum flavor.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the glazed chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overlap to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Air fry the chicken breasts for 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway through if needed, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 3 to 5 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute, ensuring juicy and tender bites when sliced.
Notes
- For best results, use chicken breasts of similar size for even cooking.
- You can brush additional maple glaze onto the chicken halfway through cooking for a more pronounced flavor.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, this recipe can be adapted for oven baking at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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