Description
This Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken breasts are tenderized and coated with a zesty mixture of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, then air fried to golden perfection. Ready in just 22 minutes, this recipe offers a crispy, juicy main course with minimal effort and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1-pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
Garlic Parmesan Marinade
- 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade and Chicken: In a medium-size bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, white vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the marinade. Pound each chicken breast with a meat mallet or rolling pin until evenly flattened and tenderized. Coat both sides of each chicken breast in the prepared marinade, ensuring an even dredge.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the coated chicken breasts inside the air fryer insert in a single layer, making sure the pieces do not overlap for even cooking. Set the air fryer to 375°F and cook the chicken for 12 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Once cooking time is complete, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the air fryer. Allow them to rest for a couple of minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute, ensuring moist and tender chicken. Serve and enjoy your flavorful Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken!
Notes
- For best results, pound chicken breasts evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and crushed red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- Letting the chicken rest after cooking helps retain its juiciness.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
