Description
This Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken features a crunchy parmesan coating and juicy chicken, making it an irresistible quick dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray (for coating)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry.
- Mix salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic with olive oil to make a paste; coat chicken.
- Combine Parmesan and panko in a bowl for coating.
- Dip and coat each chicken breast in the panko mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange chicken in air fryer basket and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 3-4 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months, wrapped tightly in plastic.
Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg