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    Home » Recipes » Ninja Foodi Chicken Breast

    Ninja Foodi Chicken Breast

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    In your Ninja Foodi, Chicken Breast is super simple to make! These Ninja foodi chicken breasts are tender, juicy, and simply seasoned to create the perfect tasty meal. #ninjafoodi #chicken via @vegetarianmamma
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    In your Ninja Foodi, Chicken Breast is super simple to make! These Ninja foodi chicken breasts are tender, juicy, and simply seasoned to create the perfect tasty meal. #ninjafoodi #chicken via @vegetarianmamma

    In your Ninja Foodi, Chicken Breast is super simple to make! These Ninja foodi chicken breasts are tender, juicy, and simply seasoned to create the perfect tasty meal.

    a seasoned chicken breast on a plate with a lemon slice on top.

    NINJA FOODI CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE

    This recipe for Ninja Foodi Chicken Breast has no breading and is a healthy, low-carb, simple to make dinner that the whole family will enjoy. Once you learn how to make chicken in the ninja foodi, you'll wonder why you ever made it any other way!

    We're seasoning the ninja foodi chicken breast with lemon juice, garlic and basil. The flavor is bright, but not overpowering, making this a great option for meal prep or adding to salads like this Greek Cucumber Salad.

    If you're cooking with an air fryer that isn't a Ninja Foodi, see this Air Fryer Chicken recipe instead. The instructions are slightly different.

    a plate of raw chicken breasts, and small bowls of seasonings, including lemon juice and zest, salt, pepper, basil, and garlic powder.

    INGREDIENTS FOR CHICKEN BREAST IN NINJA FOODI

    Chicken Breasts - Choose boneless, skinless chicken breast to cook in the Ninja Foodi with this recipe.

    Lemon Juice - You want to use juice that is freshly squeezed from a lemon. No need to measure, just use as much juice as you get from one medium to large lemon.

    Lemon Zest - Prior to squeezing the lemon, remove the zest from the outside with a microplane.

    Sea Salt - I like to use sea salt rather than regular table salt. It's flaky and more flavorful.

    Black Pepper - Freshly ground if you can.

    Garlic Powder - I put this on everything! It's particularly delicious on chicken and adds tons of flavor.

    Dried Basil - I love the herbal flavor this gives. Swap it out for your favorite dried herb if you prefer something different.

    Garnishes - While not required, a nice garnish always makes a plate look better. Use fresh basil and lemon slices.

    If you have any questions about Ninja Foodi Chicken Breast, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

    Photo collage showing six steps needed to make ninja foodi chicken breast

    HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN BREAST IN NINJA FOODI

    1. Gather the ingredients, and allow the Ninja Foodi air fryer to preheat at 390°F for 5 minutes.
    2. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil.
    3. Slowly pour lemon juice over the chicken breasts to cover them. Alternately, place the chicken breasts in a bowl with the lemon juice and allow them to marinate for up to an hour.
    4. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the top of each chicken breast.
    5. Cook two chicken breasts at a time according to the instructions in the recipe card below, using the air fryer setting on the Ninja Foodi. When the first two breasts are done, repeat cooking the other two.
    6. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving with lemon slices and fresh basil.

    These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions for Ninja Foodi Chicken Breast, please see the recipe below.

    cooked chicken breast on a white plate next to two squeezed lemon halves.

    NINJA FOODI CHICKEN BREAST TIPS AND TRICKS

    Only Cook Two at a Time - Four chicken breasts won't fit in the Ninja basket in a single layer. Cook only two at a time so that you get proper air circulation.

    Let Them Rest - Allowing chicken to rest after cooking allows the juices which have moved to the outside of the meat to return to the center. If you don't allow it to rest, the chicken breast will lose that moisture when you cut into it, and be dry.

    Marinating is Optional - If you allow the chicken breast to marinate in lemon juice you will get a zestier, lemon flavor. If you don't have time to do that, it will still taste amazing.

    Take a Shortcut - Lemon Pepper seasoning can be used in place of the seasonings called for her. Use two tablespoons of pre-made lemon pepper seasoning to season this recipe.

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH NINJA FOODI CHICKEN BREAST

    This versatile chicken breast is great for meal prep. Slice and place in containers with some of this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad for a healthy lunch.

    Pair lemony Ninja Foodi chicken breast with your favorite pasta, or some flavorful Risotto.

    Go for a classic dinner that everyone will love and serve this with Air Fryer Green Beans and some delicious Air Fryer Potatoes.

    CAN I MAKE SHREDDED CHICKEN IN THE NINJA FOODI?

    You can turn these ninja foodi chicken breasts into shredded chicken for recipes like soups, salads and more. Just let them cool a bit after they are done cooking, then use two forks to shred them up.

    Use shredded air fryer chicken to make a tasty buffalo chicken pasta bake. Yum!

    CAN I CHANGE THE SEASONING?

    The lemon juice in this Foodi chicken recipe creates a really juicy, tender chicken breast, so I would make sure not to leave that out. You could substitute with lime juice instead though. For the other seasonings, feel free to use any that appeal to you. Chicken breast is delicious with all sorts of flavors.

    HOW LONG DOES A CHICKEN BREAST TAKE TO COOK IN A NINJA FOODI?

    Twenty minutes is the right amount of time to cook two chicken breasts in the ninja foodi. Be sure to check for doneness by checking the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Chicken is done when the internal temperature is 160°F/74°C.

    CAN I COOK FROZEN CHICKEN IN A NINJA FOODI?

    We have a recipe that will teach you exactly how to air fry frozen chicken breast in a Ninja Foodi. Check it out, it's a total gem - especially when you forget to thaw the meat for dinner!

    HOW LONG WILL AIR FRIED CHICKEN LAST?

    Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze this chicken, sliced or shredded, in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

    Don't forget to visit our index of Ninja Foodi Air Fryer Recipes for more meal inspiration!

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    This recipe was made in a Ninja Foodi. The recipe should work in other air fryers.

    Keep in mind that each air fryer runs differently, it is important to check your food often.

    If you have a Cuisinart Air Fryer Oven or a Ninja Basket Air Fryer, both of these units seem to run "hotter" than most air fryers. That means you will need to LESSEN the cook time.

    MORE AIR FRYER CHICKEN RECIPES

    Make a Whole Chicken in the Ninja Foodi! It's way easier than you might think.

    Thighs are also delicious and the skin gets so crispy when you make Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.

    Use your Ninja Foodi cooked chicken breast to make a Curried Chicken Salad topped with slivered almonds.

    Ninja Foodi Bacon is a must-have recipe! Make sure to save it for breakfast this weekend.

    Skip the chicken and go vegetarian with Air Fryer Tofu Manchurian.

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    Ninja Foodi Chicken Breast

    In your Ninja Foodi, Chicken Breast is super simple to make! These Ninja foodi chicken breasts are tender, juicy, and simply seasoned to create the perfect tasty meal.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Resting time5 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: ninja foodi chicken breast
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 288kcal
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    Equipment

    • Ninja Foodi

    Ingredients

    • 4 Chicken Breasts boneless and skinless
    • 1 Lemon juiced
    • Lemon Zest from one lemon
    • 1 tsp Sea Salt
    • 1 tsp Black Pepper
    • 1 tbsp. Garlic Powder
    • 1 tbsp. Dried Basil
    • Fresh Basil and Lemon Slices to garnish

    Instructions

    • Gather the ingredients and preheat your air fryer to 390°F/199°C for 5 minutes.
    • In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil.
    • Slowly pour lemon juice over the chicken breast to cover them. Alternately, place the chicken breasts in a bowl with the lemon juice and allow them to marinate for up to an hour.
    • Sprinkle the spice mixture over the top of each chicken breast.
    • Cook two chicken breasts at a time for 20 minutes at 390 degrees on the air fryer setting.
    • Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnish with lemon slices and fresh basil, and enjoy!
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    Notes

    • Only Cook Two at a Time.  Four chicken breasts won't fit in the Ninja basket in a single layer. Cook only two at a time so that you get proper air circulation.
    • Let Them Rest.  Allowing chicken to rest after cooking allows the juices which have moved to the outside of the meat to return to the center. If you don't allow it to rest, the chicken breast will lose that moisture when you cut into it, and be dry.
    • Marinating is Optional. If you allow the chicken breast to marinate in lemon juice you will get a zestier lemon flavor. If you don't have time to do that, it will still taste amazing.
    • Take a Shortcut. Lemon Pepper seasoning can be used in place of the seasonings called for her. Use two tablespoons of pre-made lemon pepper seasoning to season this recipe.
    • Pro Tip: This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the "Air Fry" function.
    • Pro Tip: Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Sometimes airfrying is a trial and error process. Check your food as it cooks to learn your air fryer better! When cooking a new recipe or food items be sure to check your food often to help avoid over/under cooking.
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 849mg | Potassium: 1021mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Air Fryers can vary greatly. Please take the time to learn your specific air fryer. You may need to adjust times and temperatures based upon your air fryer. All though this website attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, the information should only be considered an estimate. Varying factors such as different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. It is your responsibility as a consumer to read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information as a double check.

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