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AIR FRYER PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN golden crust served on white napkin with clear water glass
Olivia Farnsworth

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken: Quick and Irresistible Dinner

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a flavorful and crispy dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners. This recipe combines a crunchy Parmesan and herb coating with tender chicken breasts, making it one of the best Airfry Dinner Ideas. Ideal for those seeking Simple Recipes For Dinner Chicken that are both healthy and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub minced garlic evenly over them.
  4. Spray chicken breasts lightly with olive oil.
  5. Dredge each chicken breast in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
  6. Place coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Spray the top of the chicken lightly with olive oil.
  8. Cook for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
  9. Remove from air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the air fryer for crispiness.