Chicken breast recipes are typically quick, easy and healthy. The absolute best way to make chicken? In the air fryer. Here's how to do it right.

A countertop air fryer solves the problem. It cooks quickly, keeps the kitchen noticeably cooler, and still delivers that crisp, golden finish you want for weeknight dinners. I swapped a few sheet-pan meals for air fryer recipes during a warm stretch and the difference was immediate.