Description
Crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor, this 15-Minute Air Fryer Chicken is a game-changer for easy dinners and quick lunches. With a crunchy parmesan-panko coating and perfectly seasoned tender meat, it’s everything you want in a quick protein fix. This easy recipe fits right into your favorite meal prep plan and works wonderfully for quick breakfasts, easy dinners, and healthy snacks. Whether you’re searching for weeknight food ideas or quick air fryer meals, this dish delivers deliciously with little effort.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breasts
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Olive oil spray
Instructions
1. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets and pat them dry.
2. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko, parmesan, and seasonings.
3. Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg, then press into the breadcrumb mix.
4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
5. Lightly spray chicken with olive oil and place in the basket.
6. Cook for 7 minutes, flip, then cook for another 6–8 minutes until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. Rest chicken for 2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For even cooking, pound thicker parts of the chicken before breading.
Don’t skip preheating—it’s key for a crispy finish.
Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 95