Description
A delicious and easy chicken recipe that combines juicy chicken breasts with zesty lemon and savory Parmesan cheese, cooked in an air fryer for a healthier option.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 2 pieces
- 🥫 Mayonnaise – ½ cup
- 🧀 Grated Parmesan cheese – ½ cup
- 🍋 Lemon zest – 1 teaspoon
- 🧄 Garlic powder – ½ teaspoon
- 🌿 Dried oregano – ½ teaspoon
- 🧂 Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting it dry with paper towels.
- Make the marinade by combining mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts thoroughly with the marinade.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Air fry the chicken for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes after cooking.
- Serve the chicken sliced on a platter with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Marinate for extra flavor for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Experiment with different herbs for varied flavors.
- Always check the internal temperature for safety.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Lightly spray the chicken for extra crispiness.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken before serving for added zing.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before coating the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken, Lemon Herb, Parmesan, Easy Recipe