Air Fryer French Onion Chicken Breast: Juicy Recipe with Fontina Cheese
This Air Fryer French Onion Chicken Breast is topped with gooey Fontina cheese, making it a juicy and flavorful dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 1 cup Fontina cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, remove the basket, add the caramelized onions on top of the chicken, and sprinkle with Fontina cheese.
- Return the basket to the air fryer and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it is at least 165°F (74°C) before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the olive oil and seasonings for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, French Onion, Chicken Breast, Fontina Cheese, Recipe