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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a crispy, cheesy coating. This easy recipe delivers comfort and flavor in every bite, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With minimal prep time and the air fryer doing most of the work, you'll impress your family and friends with this delicious meal that’s both healthier and indulgent.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. In one bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. In another bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Serve hot with a drizzle of lemon juice or marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken breast (150g)Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 750mgFiber: 1g

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