Description
Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings together juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, golden-brown layer of Parmesan cheese and herbs. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. With minimal oil used, you can indulge in a healthier version of fried chicken that still delivers on flavor and crunch. Gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a delightful meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly spray each chicken breast with olive oil.
- Coat each breast thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Flip halfway through for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg