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Easy Teriyaki Chicken Breast In The Air Fryer

This quick and easy air fryer teriyaki chicken breast delivers bold flavor and a tender inside with a crispy air-fried glaze. Perfect for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 chicken breasts
Calories 263 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer basket sprayed lightly with cooking spray

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts lean and fresh if possible
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce thick and sticky, not the watery kind
  • cooking spray light layer for the basket
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375℉ (190℃) so it’s ready when needed.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel to help seasoning stick.
  • Season both sides with salt and pepper generously.
  • Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, flip, then brush teriyaki sauce generously on top.
  • Air fry for another 8-10 minutes until internal temp reaches 165℉ (75℃).

Notes

Let chicken rest before serving. Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Great served over rice or vegetables. Leftovers reheat well in the air fryer!