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Crispy Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken Breasts – Easy Dinner Recipe

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This crispy air fryer garlic Parmesan chicken breasts recipe is fast, foolproof, and delivers that satisfying crunch without deep frying. The garlic and Parmesan combination is timeless, and the mayo trick keeps the chicken incredibly moist.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken: Place the chicken breasts on your cutting board. If they’re really thick on one end, cover them with plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness—about ¾ inch all the way across. Pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Make the mayo mixture: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until smooth.
  3. Prepare the coating: In a separate shallow bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt. Use a fork to combine everything evenly.
  4. Coat the chicken: Using a brush or your hands, spread the mayo mixture all over each chicken breast. Then, one at a time, press each breast into the breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat all sides. Pat the coating on gently so it sticks.
  5. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Air fry the chicken: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Place the coated chicken breasts in the basket in a single layer, leaving a little space between them. Spray the tops of the chicken with a light mist of oil.
  7. Cook: Air fry at 375°F for 12-14 minutes, flipping halfway through. At the 6-minute mark, carefully flip the chicken using tongs and spray the other side lightly with oil. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
  8. Rest: Let the chicken rest in the air fryer basket (turned off) for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Don’t skip the mayo—it keeps the chicken moist and helps the coating stick. Pound the chicken evenly to ensure even cooking. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with oil, not too much. Flip halfway through for even crispiness. Preheating the air fryer makes a real difference.

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