Description
This air fryer recipe delivers juicy, Mediterranean-inspired chicken with vibrant cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s perfect for quick, wholesome weeknight meals.
Ingredients
4 boneless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
In a bowl, mix chicken breasts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper
Place chicken in air fryer basket; cook 10 minutes
Sprinkle cherry tomatoes, basil, and oregano over chicken
Cook 10 more minutes until chicken reaches 165°F
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use fresh basil for best flavor; avoid pre-packaged tomatoes
For crispier skin, pat chicken dry before seasoning
Air fryer times may vary slightly; adjust as needed
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg