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Sliced air fryer bacon wrapped chicken breast on a bamboo chopping board.
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Easy Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast Recipe (+Video)

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This Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast is a serious dinnertime game-changer! It’s tender and juicy delight with a subtle smoky undertone. 🤩 Fry it, to believe it!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
10 minutes
Makes 2

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breast 1½-inch thick, boneless skinless
  • 6 bacon strips thin-cut
  • ½ tablespoon cooking oil neutral

Dry Rub

  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano dried
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Get the boneless skinless chicken breast ready. Thaw them overnight if they are frozen and leave them at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking. Then, thoroughly pat them dry with a paper towel.
    Patting chicken breasts dry
  • Prepare the dry rub by mixing salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, and sugar.
    Dry rub mixture: salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, and sugar.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400ºF (204ºC).
    Preating Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  • Season the chicken breast with oil first, then rub it with the seasoning mix, massaging gently to incorporate the flavor.
    Seasoning chicken breast filets with dry rub mixture.
  • Next, wrap each seasoned chicken breast with 3 strips of bacon.
    Chicken breast filets wrapped in bacon
  • Air fry bacon wrapped chicken breast for 20-24 minutes until the bacon turns golden brown, flipping halfway. The internal temperature of the chicken breast should reach 165°F, 74°C or higher. (Please see notes for more info.)
    Roasting bacon wrapped chicken breast in air fryer
  • Allow the air fried bacon wrapped chicken breast to rest for 8-10 minutes to lock in all the flavor and juices.
    Air-fried bacon-wrapped chicken breast resting on bamboo chopping board.
  • Slice the air fryer bacon wrapped chicken breast and serve with your favorite side dish. Enjoy!
    Sliced air fried bacon wrapped chicken breast on a bamboo chopping board.

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Notes

  • If your air fryer doesn't have a preheating option, you can set the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and then let it cook for 4-5 minutes without food.
  • Save the leftover juice from the air fryer basket, as it's full of flavor and can be served as a sauce later on.
  • The most accurate way of testing your chicken breast for doneness is by using a meat thermometer. As per FDA, the safe internal temperature of any poultry is at 165°F (74°C) or higher.
  • For a juicy and tender chicken breast, remove it from the air fryer once the temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and let it rest for 10 minutes. This resting period will allow the chicken to continue cooking and reach a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex Plus to test the air fryer bacon wrapped chicken breast recipe. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer, the thickness of your chicken breast and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 571kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 57g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 991mg | Potassium: 995mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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