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Ingredients
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2 cups water
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2 tablespoons kosher salt
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2 - 3 fresh herb sprigs (such as rosemary, thyme and/or sage), plus chopped fresh herbs for garnish
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1 clove garlic, smashed
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2 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
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Stir water, salt, herb sprigs and garlic together in a medium bowl; let stand until the salt is dissolved, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Place chicken in a shallow lidded container or a quart-size sealable plastic bag; pour the brine over the chicken. Cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
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Drain the chicken (discard the liquid) and pat dry. Sprinkle both sides of the chicken evenly with paprika, onion powder and pepper.
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Place the chicken in the fryer basket; coat the chicken well with cooking spray. Cook until golden on 1 side, about 7 minutes. Flip the chicken and coat with cooking spray. Cook until a thermometer inserted into the thickest portion registers 165°F, about 7 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped herbs, if desired.
To make ahead
Brine chicken (Step 1) for up to 12 hours. Refrigerate cooked chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
139 | Calories |
3g | Fat |
1g | Carbs |
26g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Serving Size 3 oz. | |
Calories 139 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Carbohydrate 1g | 0% |
Protein 26g | 52% |
Total Fat 3g | 4% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
Cholesterol 83mg | 28% |
Vitamin A 181IU | 4% |
Vitamin D 1IU | 0% |
Vitamin E 1mg | 4% |
Folate 11mcg | 3% |
Vitamin K 1mcg | 1% |
Sodium 412mg | 18% |
Calcium 9mg | 1% |
Iron 1mg | 6% |
Magnesium 33mg | 8% |
Potassium 393mg | 8% |
Zinc 1mg | 9% |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.