Air Fryer Piri Piri Chicken Breast
Juicy air fryer chicken breasts coated in spicy piri piri seasoning – quick, simple, and full of flavour. Perfect sliced over couscous, tossed in a salad, or served with your favourite sides.
Servings: 2
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Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp piri piri spice mix*
Instructions
- Mix the oil and seasoning (pre-made or DIY) and coat both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket. Cook at 180°C (360°F) for 10–15 minutes, flipping halfway. Cook until internal temp reaches 75°C (165°F). How long it takes will depend on the thickness of the chicken.
- Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before slicing. Serve warm or cold.
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Notes
DIY Piri Piri Mix:
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp chilli flakes or cayenne
- ¼ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: pinch of lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice
