Description
Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken is a delicious and easy meal that combines savory Parmesan cheese with crunchy breadcrumbs, cooked in an air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional frying.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken Breasts: 4 pieces (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 🧀 Grated Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup (about 100 g)
- 🍞 Breadcrumbs: 1 cup (about 100 g)
- 🧄 Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- 🌶️ Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- 🧂 Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- 🧂 Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- 🛢️ Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting it dry with paper towels.
- Make the coating by mixing Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Arrange the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer, lightly spraying with olive oil.
- Air fry the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve the chicken warm, allowing it to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for added flavor.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 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: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken, Air Fryer Chicken, Healthy Chicken Recipe