Description
Enjoy crispy, golden Parmesan crusted chicken cooked in an air fryer for a healthier take on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 medium) — butterflied or pounded to 1/2 inch
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk or water (for the egg wash)
- Cooking spray (for coating)
Instructions
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with milk or water.
- Place flour in a third shallow dish.
- Dredge one chicken breast in the flour, dip in the egg wash, and then into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket, avoiding overcrowding.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flip, and then cook another 5–8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove and let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs. You can substitute Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor. Add chopped fresh parsley for extra herb brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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