Description
Crispy Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Breast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that features a crunchy exterior and juicy interior, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 🌾 All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup (120 g)
- 🥚 Eggs: 2 large
- 🍞 Breadcrumbs: 1 cup (100 g)
- 🧄 Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- 🌶️ Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- 🧂 Salt: 1 teaspoon
- 🧂 Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- 🛢️ Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray or drizzle the air fryer basket with olive oil and place the breaded chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is patted dry for better breading adherence.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Crispy Chicken, Air Fryer, Breaded Chicken, Easy Dinner, Family Meal