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Chicken breast

Air fryer · 375°F / 190°C · medium size

17–20 min

Official poultry minimum: 165°F / 74°C. Check the thickest part, then rest.

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How long should I cook chicken breast?

Bake a typical 230 g chicken breast at 200°C (400°F) for about 22–26 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). An air fryer at 190°C takes about 17–20 minutes.

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Fridge-cold large eggs in boiling water: 6 minutes for soft boiled, 7 for jammy, 8–9 for medium, and 10–12 for hard boiled. Shock in ice water after.

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A 2.5 cm (1 inch) steak takes about 5–6 minutes total in a hot pan or on the grill, flipping halfway, plus a 5-minute rest. Pull it at 52–54°C internal; USDA guidance for whole beef cuts is 63°C (145°F) with rest.