Description
This Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe offers a crispy, flavorful, and healthy twist on classic breaded chicken. Coated in a parmesan and panko breadcrumb mixture and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, this dish is quick to prepare and makes for a delicious dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
Coating
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt adjust to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thin halves using a sharp knife. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well.
- Apply mayonnaise: Spread mayonnaise evenly on both sides of the chicken breasts using a butter knife to help the coating adhere.
- Mix coating ingredients: In a wide and shallow bowl, combine freshly grated parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, freshly ground black pepper, and sea salt. Stir together until well blended.
- Coat the chicken: Dredge each mayonnaise-coated chicken piece in the parmesan mixture, coating one side thoroughly before flipping and coating the other side. Gently press the mixture onto the meat to secure the crust.
- Preheat air fryer: Set your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit and allow it to preheat for a few minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Arrange the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook for 12 minutes, flipping the chicken pieces halfway through to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer when golden and crispy. Serve hot with your favorite sauce or dip and side dishes. Optionally, slice the chicken for easier serving.
Notes
- If you prefer not to use mayonnaise, substitute with brushed egg whites to help the coating adhere.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook the chicken in batches if needed to maintain crispiness and even cooking.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best texture.
- The recipe can be frozen after cooking; reheat in the air fryer from frozen until fully warmed and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast half
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
