Description
Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a quick and delicious weeknight meal that combines juicy chicken breasts with a crispy, cheesy coating. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, featuring savory garlic and aromatic herbs. Perfect for families or gatherings, it guarantees satisfaction at the dinner table. With its golden-brown crust and tender interior, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup plain or Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place coated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray lightly with olive oil.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg