Easy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Crusted Chicken
A quick and flavorful air fryer chicken dish with a crispy garlic parmesan crust, perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and breadcrumbs until well blended.
- Brush each chicken breast thoroughly with olive oil to ensure it’s well-coated.
- Dip each breast into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to make sure the coating adheres.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding for even cooking.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and has a golden-brown crust.
- Optionally, sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
Feel free to swap regular breadcrumbs for panko for a crunchier texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg