Description
Air Fryer Fried Chicken is a game-changer for busy home cooks craving crispy, delicious chicken without the guilt of traditional frying. This recipe yields juicy, tender chicken coated in a light, crunchy panko crust, making it perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With an irresistible aroma and mouthwatering flavor, this dish will become a family favorite in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Cooking spray or 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, dip in eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Lightly spray both sides of each piece with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, you can mix equal parts of flour and cornstarch. Feel free to customize seasoning with your favorite spices or herbs.