Air Fryer Breaded Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
234 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Breaded Chicken
Description
Air Fryer Breaded Chicken involves coating thin chicken breast slices in a flavorful breadcrumb blend that includes oregano, paprika, and garlic powder, seasoned with salt and pepper. Spraying the chicken and air fryer with cooking spray helps achieve a crisp, golden crust while keeping the chicken moist inside. The air fryer temperature of 390°F cooks the chicken evenly in about 10 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness, making the breading crisp without deep frying. The recipe suggests cooking in batches without crowding for best results.
The finished chicken has a well-spiced crunchy exterior with tender, juicy meat due to the thin slicing and quick air frying. This preparation works well as a main protein served alongside vegetables or salads. The recipe accommodates seasoning substitutions but notes the nutrition reflects the original spice mix.
Leftover chicken stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days, and it reheats crisply in the air fryer at 360°F for 2 to 3 minutes. Microwaving is possible but won't preserve crispiness.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) chicken breast sliced thinly, boneless, skinless
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with oregano, paprika, and garlic powder until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spray the chicken with cooking spray, then dredge in the breadcrumbs mixture. Shake off excess breading. Repeat for the remaining chicken.
- Spray the air fryer pan with cooking spray. Then spray the outside of the breaded chicken with cooking spray. Place the chicken in the basket of the air fryer, without over crowding the pan. You may need to work in batches.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown. Cook time will depend on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Remove and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 360°F for 2-3 minutes to maintain crispiness.
- Microwave reheating is possible but will soften the breading.
- Breading and seasoning mixtures can be made ahead for faster meal prep.
- Feel free to adjust spices but note nutritional info is based on the original seasoning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 234 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1chicken breast | |
| Calories | 234kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 555mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 667mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 184IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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