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Classic Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast (Base Recipe)

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F.

2. Pound chicken slightly so it’s even thickness.

3. Rub with oil and seasonings.

4. Air fry 10 minutes, flip, then 6–8 minutes more.

5. Internal temp should be 165°F. Rest 5 minutes.

Juicy Classic Air Fryer Salmon (Base Recipe)

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.

2. Pat salmon dry. Rub with oil and seasonings.

3. Place skin-side down in basket.

4. Air fry 7–9 minutes (no flip needed).

5. Salmon should flake easily.

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs (Bone-In or Boneless)

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or boneless/skinless)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder
  (optional: pinch of cayenne or chili powder)

Instructions (Skin-On / Bone-In – BEST for crisp)

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.

2. Pat thighs completely dry (very important).

3. Rub with oil and season all sides.

4. Place skin-side down in basket.

5. Air fry 10 minutes.

6. Flip skin-side up and cook 8–10 more minutes.

7. Internal temp: 170–175°F (thighs stay juicy at higher temp).

Instructions (Boneless / Skinless)

1. Preheat to 380°F.

2. Season and oil chicken.

3. Air fry 10 minutes, flip.

4. Cook 6–8 more minutes (165°F internal).

Frozen Air Fryer Fries (Fastest)

No oil needed

Instructions

• Air fry at 400°F for 12–16 minutes

• Shake basket every 5 minutes

• Salt after cooking

Flavor Variations

• Seasoned Fries: add Cajun or seasoned salt

• Garlic Fries: toss with garlic powder + parsley after cooking

• Spicy Fries: add cayenne or chili powder

• Parmesan Fries: sprinkle grated parmesan after cooking

🔑 Pro Tips for Extra Crispy Fries

• Russet potatoes work best

• Do not overcrowd basket

• Soaking removes starch = crispier fries

• Shake basket often

Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli florets

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)

• ¼ tsp paprika (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash broccoli and dry well.

2. Toss with oil and seasonings.

3. Preheat air fryer to 380°F.

4. Air fry 8 minutes, shake basket.

5. Increase to 400°F, cook 4–6 more minutes until crispy edges.

Extra Flavor Options (Same Cook Time)

🧄 Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

• Add grated parmesan after cooking

🍋 Lemon Broccoli

• Finish with lemon juice or zest

🌶️ Spicy Broccoli

• Add pinch of chili flakes or cayenne

🧈 Buttered Broccoli

• Toss with melted butter after cooking

🔑 Pro Tips

• Dry broccoli well to avoid steaming

• Don’t overcrowd basket

• Slight char = best flavor

• Add cheese after cooking so it doesn’t burn