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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, golden parmesan crusted chicken breasts cooked in the air fryer, delivering juicy, flavorful chicken with a crunchy cheesy coating.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 ounces each)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 50 g)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (about 50 g)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Olive oil spray or cooking spray

Instructions

  1. If chicken breasts are uneven or thick, pound them gently to about 1/2-inch thickness for even cooking. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, letting excess drip off, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly. Press coating on again for extra coverage.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and warm for about 3 minutes.
  6. Place coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
  7. Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with olive oil spray.
  8. Air fry at 375°F for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken, spray the other side lightly with oil, and cook for an additional 6-8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and crust is golden brown.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating for best crispiness. Spray with oil before and after flipping to achieve golden crust. Cooking times may vary by air fryer model and chicken thickness. For gluten-free, substitute panko with almond flour. For dairy-free, replace parmesan with nutritional yeast and use dairy-free spray. Leftovers reheat best in air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes.

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