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Chicken breasts in air fryer

Air Fryer Chicken Salad: 21 Tasty Reasons to Love This Easy Healthy Meal

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This protein-packed air fryer chicken salad with Greek yogurt ranch is crisp, refreshing, and comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner and features juicy seasoned chicken, vibrant veggies, and a creamy, tangy homemade dressing.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

For the salad:

4 cups romaine lettuce or mixed greens

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

½ cucumber, sliced

¼ red onion, thinly sliced

1 avocado, sliced

Optional: shredded carrots, bell peppers, crumbled feta

For the dressing (Greek Yogurt Ranch):

½ cup plain Greek yogurt

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp dried dill

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.

2. Season the chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Place chicken in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Internal temp should reach 165°F.

4. While the chicken cooks, prep the veggies and mix the dressing ingredients in a bowl.

5. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

6. Assemble your salad: start with greens, layer in veggies, top with chicken, and drizzle with dressing.

Notes

You can customize this salad with your favorite vegetables or cheese.

Make extra dressing to keep in the fridge for later meals.

Chicken can also be grilled or baked if you don’t have an air fryer.

  • Author: EmilyFrost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: ---
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: ---
  • Unsaturated Fat: ---
  • Trans Fat: ---
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: ---