Juicy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breast
Make crispy, juicy air fryer chicken breasts fast. This recipe uses simple ingredients for a flavorful weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry using paper towels. This step helps achieve crispiness.
- In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Brush the olive oil lightly over all sides of each chicken breast.
- Press the Parmesan mixture firmly onto both sides of the oiled chicken breasts, coating them evenly.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C).
- Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap. Work in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking time.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; the chicken is done when it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the air fryer and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra juicy results, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before seasoning.
- If your air fryer runs hot, start checking for doneness at 11 minutes.
- This recipe is low carb and works well for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 44
- Cholesterol: 125
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