Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Enjoy a crispy and juicy air fryer Parmesan crusted chicken that is quick, healthy, and versatile for any meal.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Try to use breasts of even thickness for even cooking.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably whole-wheat)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs Whisk until well blended.
- as needed cooking spray or olive oil spray Essential for achieving crispiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare your breading station: in one bowl, whisk the eggs, and in another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Breading the Chicken
- Dip each chicken breast into the eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray the coated chicken with cooking spray or olive oil.
Cooking
- Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket without touching each other.
- Cook for about 12 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and coating is golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
For best results, use chicken breasts of uniform thickness. You can also experiment with different cheeses and add herbs for extra flavor.