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Adriana Rose

Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan-Crusted Chicken is Irresistible!

Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan-Crusted Chicken is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken, featuring a crunchy Parmesan and breadcrumb coating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably Italian-style
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
  3. In another shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat with the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the basket, making sure they are not touching.
  6. Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding some Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • If you want a lighter version, substitute half of the breadcrumbs with ground almonds or almond flour.

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