Description
Elevate your weeknight meals with this Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken, a simple yet delicious dish that brings together juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy garlic and parmesan crust. Perfect for busy families, this recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it an ideal choice for spontaneous dinners. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence without sacrificing flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (freshly grated recommended)
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian herbs until well combined.
- Drizzle olive oil over the breadcrumb mixture and stir to combine.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge each breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the basket and cook for 12-15 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg