Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A healthier, crispy twist on classic chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or Italian seasoned)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk or water
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Pound each chicken breast to a uniform thickness.
- Pat the chicken dry to ensure the coating sticks well.
- In a shallow dish, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In another dish, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth.
- Place the flour in a third dish for dredging.
- Dredge the chicken in flour, then dip in the egg wash, and finally, coat in the Parmesan mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 5-8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For substitutes, consider using crushed cornflakes or potato chips for a different crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 170mg