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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken Recipe

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This Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken recipe offers a crispy, golden coating with a flavorful blend of parmesan, herbs, and spices. Quick to prepare and cook, it’s a healthier alternative to fried chicken, delivering juicy, tender chicken breasts with a crunchy crust in just about 15 minutes.

  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Chicken Fillets

  • 2 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally to make 4 fillets)

Coating Mixture

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Salt (to taste)

Parmesan Crust

  • 1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or parsley leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Start by preheating your air fryer to 390°F (199°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for cooking the chicken evenly.
  2. Prepare Chicken Fillets: Slice the 2 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin fillets, which will help them cook quickly and evenly.
  3. Tenderize Chicken: Place the chicken fillets on a cutting board, cover them with plastic wrap, and gently pound with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer until they have an even thickness, ensuring uniform cooking.
  4. Make Flavorful Spread: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, optional garlic powder, and salt. This mixture adds moisture and richness to the chicken.
  5. Coat Chicken with Spread: Divide the mayonnaise mixture evenly and spread it all over each chicken fillet, making sure every piece is well coated.
  6. Prepare Parmesan Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together grated parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs to create the crispy crust.
  7. Crust the Chicken: Dredge each coated fillet into the parmesan and panko mixture, pressing lightly with tongs to ensure the coating sticks well. Then flip and coat the other side, shaking off any excess crumbs.
  8. Air Fry Chicken: Place the crusted chicken fillets into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. At the halfway mark (5-6 minutes), carefully flip the chicken pieces with tongs to ensure even cooking and browning.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken and garnish with fresh oregano or parsley leaves for a burst of freshness. Serve immediately and enjoy your crispy, flavorful chicken.

Notes

  • You can omit garlic powder if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Use fresh parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and even crisping.
  • Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked to 165°F.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for best texture.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/air-fryer-parmesan-crusted-chicken-recipe/