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Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Ready in Just 30 Minutes with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 237

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Breading
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned panko bread crumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Cooking Supplies
  • Olive oil spray
  • Fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Meat Tenderizer
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.
  2. Cut chicken breasts in half to make four thin breasts. Place one thin breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound into a thin, even piece with a meat tenderizer. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  3. In a small bowl, stir together the mayo and minced garlic. Spread the garlic mayo all over the chicken breasts.
  4. In a shallow bowl, combine the Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Place a chicken breast into the bread crumbs and press down. Flip and coat the other side. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  5. Coat the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.
  6. Place the chicken in the basket and cook for 8 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove chicken and serve warm with extra Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 16gFat: 14g

Notes

This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and impresses with its crispy texture and bold flavors.

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