Description
Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a mouthwatering, healthier alternative for busy weeknight dinners. This dish features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy blend of Parmesan cheese and aromatic herbs, offering both convenience and gourmet flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare an impressive meal that is crispy on the outside and tender within, all thanks to the air fryer. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home, this easy recipe ensures you can enjoy a deliciously satisfying dish without the hassle of deep frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and olive oil; rub over each breast.
- In another bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs; coat each seasoned chicken breast in this mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket; spray lightly with olive oil.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg