Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
237 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Description
Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is made by first pounding boneless, skinless chicken breasts thin, then spreading a garlic-infused mayonnaise over the meat. The chicken is coated with a seasoned mixture of panko bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, which forms a flavorful crust. Cooking the chicken in the air fryer at a high temperature crisps the coating quickly, producing a golden and crunchy exterior with a tender interior. The air fryer also reduces added oil compared to traditional frying.
The flavor comes from the combination of garlic mayo and the salty, nutty Parmesan cheese blended with panko crumbs. This method avoids sogginess and keeps the crust intact while cooking.
This dish can be served warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley, alongside salads, roasted vegetables, or simple side dishes. The moderate cooking time and air fryer method offers a way to enjoy a crisp chicken dish without deep frying.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breast boneless skinless
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs seasoned
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray form
- parsley finely chopped, for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.
- Cut chicken breasts in half to make four thin breasts. Place one thin breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound into a thin, even piece with a meat tenderizer. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mayo and minced garlic. Spread the garlic mayo all over the chicken breasts.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Place a chicken breast into the bread crumbs and press down. Flip and coat the other side. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Coat the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. (Do not use PAM, it can damage some baskets.)
- Place the chicken in the basket and cook for 8 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. (Repeat as needed, you don't want to overcrowd the basket.)
- Remove chicken and serve warm with extra Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 237 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 237kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 781mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 225mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 76IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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