Description
Crispy Breaded Chicken in the Air Fryer is a delightful twist on traditional fried chicken, offering a perfect balance of tender meat and a golden, crunchy coating. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal in no time, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal prep and quick cooking, you can enjoy restaurant-quality chicken right at home. Serve it with your favorite sides or dipping sauces to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil spray
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray both sides of the breaded chicken with olive oil spray.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg