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Air Fryer Chili Lime Chicken Breast

Published: Jul 21, 2022 · Last Updated: Apr 18, 2025 by Aimee - This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Air Fryer Chili Lime Chicken Breast is easy to make and so flavorful. This chicken breast is easy to cook in the air fryer and flavored with chili and fresh lime juice.

sliced chili lime chicken breast

Chicken in the air fryer is so easy to make. All you need is your favorite seasonings and spices, and some chicken, and you can create an easy and flavorful meal.

One of the best things about cooking chicken is that you can cook a few pieces and then eat throughout the week! It's great for meal prep. I'll use these in salads, grain bowls, or pastas. The chicken breasts are also delicious on their own paired with your favorite vegetable.

Ingredients

  • Chicken breasts
  • Chili powder
  • Limes
  • Garlic powder
  • Olive oil
  • Salt

How to make the chili lime chicken breasts

First, add your chili lime marinate ingredients to a bowl. Add the fresh lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt.

chili lime marinade ingredients

Mix together until combined.

chili lime marinade

Add chicken breasts and coat with the marinade. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

chicken breasts marinating in chili lime seasoning

Remove chicken breasts and place into air fryer basket.

chili lime chicken in the air fryer

Cook in the air fryer for 16-20 minutes, flipping after 10 minutes until chicken is perfectly juicy. Serve with extra lime wedges if desired for extra lime flavor.

sliced chili lime chicken breast

Customizations

These chili lime chicken breasts are so easy to customize.

For a spicier kick, add a little cayenne pepper to the marinade. You could also add red pepper flakes or even some harissa.

Love cilantro? Turn this into a cilantro lime chicken by topping with fresh cilantro leaves.

Can this be made with chicken thighs?

Yes! This can be made with boneless skinless chicken thighs or bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.

For boneless skinless chicken thighs, simply marinate as recommended, then cook in the air fryer at 400 degrees F for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway through until chicken thighs reach a temperature of 175-195 degrees F.

For bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, follow our recipe here for air fryer chili lime chicken thighs.

Can this recipe be made in the oven?

Yes! To make oven-baked chili lime chicken breasts, simply marinate as instructed, then put on a greased sheet pan. Bake at 375 degrees F until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Cook time will vary based on the size of your chicken breast. For medium/large chicken breasts, cook at least 20-30 minutes.

How to serve

The chili lime chicken breast is a great recipe to meal prep and then use later in salads, grain bowls, or in pastas.

You can also serve with a fresh squeeze of fresh lime juice, lime wedges, and lime zest to increase the citrus flavor.

Side dishes that pair well with the chicken include air fryer butternut squash, air fryer asparagus, air fryer broccolini, roasted red cabbage, and chipotle mashed sweet potatoes.

Recipe tips

  • All sizes of chicken will cook differently. Use a meat thermometer to make sure your chicken is cooked properly (to at least 165 degrees F). Larger chicken breasts may need an extra 7-15 minutes of cook time, depending on the size.
  • Love more chili or more lime? Simply add more of what you love to the marinade.
  • You should not need to spray your air fryer with olive oil spray/cooking spray. However, if your air fryer is prone to sticking, you may want to use an air fryer-safe spray or air fryer parchment paper.

More air fryer chicken recipes

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sliced chili lime chicken breast

Air Fryer Chili Lime Chicken Breast

Recipe by Aimee
Air Fryer Chili Lime Chicken Breast is easy to make and so flavorful. This chicken breast is easy to cook in the air fryer and flavored with chili and fresh lime juice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Marinade time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 335 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts about 1 pound total
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 lime

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, add the olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and juice from one lime. Mix to combine.
  • Add the chicken breasts, turning so all sides are coated. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to marinade.
  • Add the chicken breasts in a single layer to air fryer basket. Air fry at 380 degrees F for 10 minutes. Flip, then cook for another 6-10 minutes (larger breasts may need more time, see note below) until internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • All sizes of chicken will cook differently. Use a meat thermometer to make sure your chicken is cooked properly (to at least 165 degrees F). Larger chicken breasts may need an extra 7-15 minutes of cook time, depending on the size.
  • Love more chili or more lime? Simply add more of what you love to the marinade.
  • You should not need to spray your air fryer with olive oil spray/cooking spray. However, if your air fryer is prone to sticking, you may want to use an air fryer-safe spray or air fryer parchment paper.

Nutrition

Calories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 48gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 861mgPotassium: 899mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 381IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg

If nutrition info is shown, values are based on an online calculator and are estimates. Please verify using your own data.

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