Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F for about 3-5 minutes.
While the air fryer is preheating, prepare your chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels. This helps ensure they cook evenly and develop a nice crispy exterior.

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a dry rub for the chicken breasts. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with cooking spray and dry rub, making sure to rub it in well on all sides.

Once the air fryer is preheated, place the seasoned chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they're not overlapping.

Cook the chicken breasts in the air fryer for 10 minutes. Then, carefully flip them over using tongs and brush each breast generously with BBQ sauce.

Continue cooking for another 7-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.

Once the chicken breasts are done, remove them from the air fryer and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and flavorful chicken.

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve your BBQ chicken breasts hot with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, pasta salad, potato salad, coleslaw, or cornbread.