Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken

Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken

Craving crispy, golden chicken without the hassle of frying? This Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken delivers just that! With a perfectly seasoned Parmesan crust and juicy chicken inside, you can enjoy a deliciously crispy meal in just 20 minutes.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 663kcal

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste

Instructions

Cut the chicken breasts in half and pound each piece to an even thickness.
Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with salt.
Spread a layer of mayonnaise on both sides of each chicken piece.
In a bowl, mix together the Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, and garlic powder. (For a keto version, simply skip the breadcrumbs and use extra Parmesan.)
Coat each piece of chicken in the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture, pressing it gently to adhere.
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 15 minutes, flipping the chicken after 10 minutes for even crisping.

Notes

To make this keto-friendly, increase the Parmesan and omit the breadcrumbs. The mayo will still help create a crispy crust, so no additional cooking spray is needed.

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