Description
Enjoy a hearty meal with Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken, featuring a savory Parmesan and breadcrumb crust that makes every bite irresistible, ideal for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
- Season chicken with a mixture of salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.
- Combine Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl.
- Coat each chicken breast in the Parmesan-panko mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray with olive oil.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 3-4 minutes before serving.
Notes
Using fresh garlic and Parmesan enhances flavor significantly.
If necessary, cook longer for thicker chicken pieces or thighs.
Experiment with different seasonings for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg