Description
A quick and foolproof guide to making crispy and juicy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken using pantry staples, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken cutlets or thin breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Trim and pound chicken to even 1/2-inch thickness.
- Set up dredging stations: one with flour and salt, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally press into the panko mixture until well coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange coated chicken cutlets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray the tops with olive oil.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with dipping sauces or a simple salad. Adjust seasoning and toppings as desired for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg