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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast

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This air fryer parmesan crusted chicken breast delivers a crispy, cheesy crust and juicy chicken with minimal oil and cleanup. It’s a quick, healthier alternative to fried chicken, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb total), pounded to even thickness
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (preferably freshly grated, about 50g)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 30g; regular or gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (about 30g; or gluten-free flour)
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If thick, pound to about 1/2 inch thickness between parchment or plastic wrap.
  2. Season both sides of chicken with half the salt and pepper (1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper).
  3. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked egg, and one with a mixture of panko, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and remaining salt and pepper.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour (shake off excess), dip in egg (let excess drip off), then press firmly into the parmesan-panko mixture to coat both sides well.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Arrange breaded chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly mist with olive oil spray.
  7. Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes. Flip chicken, spray again lightly, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until coating is deep golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Let chicken rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free panko and flour. For dairy-free, use vegan parmesan. Press the breading firmly onto the chicken for the crispiest crust. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Resting the chicken after cooking keeps it juicy. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for best results.

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