Description
Air Fryer Ranch Crusted Chicken is a delicious and easy dinner idea that combines juicy chicken breasts with a flavorful ranch crust, cooked to perfection in an air fryer for a crispy exterior and moist interior.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 2 pieces
- 🥫 Mayonnaise: ½ cup
- 🧀 Grated Parmesan cheese: ½ cup
- 🌿 Ranch seasoning mix: 1 tablespoon
- 🧄 Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
- 🌶️ Paprika: ½ teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting it dry with paper towels.
- Make the ranch crust mixture by combining mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
- Coat the chicken breasts generously with the ranch crust mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Air fry the chicken for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in ranch seasoning before coating.
- Fresh herbs can be added to the ranch mixture for a vibrant flavor boost.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Chicken, Ranch, Crusted, Easy Dinner