Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken: Crispy and Easy

When you’re in the mood for fried chicken, but want something a smidge healthier, this air fryer parmesan crusted chicken is a healthier way to curb that chicken craving.

Using the air fryer means no deep frying but you still get the same crispy chicken. The Greek yogurt, parmesan and breadcrumb mixture makes juicy chicken breasts without excess oil. 

This easy dinner is thrown together in 5 minutes. The chicken needs to marinate in the yogurt for at least an hour to ensure the meat is juicy and tender. Once marinated, it takes only 15 minutes to cook. This is a great one to prep ahead of time!

Those air fryers are heavy! Since you already have it out, try Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges or Air Fryer Bison Meatballs.

❤️ Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken:

• A meal for the whole family.
• Kids love these and it’s a great toddler-friendly recipe.
• Takes less time than baking.
• High Protein.
• Goes well with just about any sides.

🍲 Ingredients

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

Greek Yogurt

Panko Breadcrumbs

Parmesan Cheese

👩‍🍳 How to Make Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken

1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F.
2. In a medium bowl, add greek yogurt and chicken breasts. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in fridge for at least an hour. 
3. In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. 
4. Remove chicken from fridge and one by one, place a piece of chicken into the shallow bowl of panko mixture and press down, making sure the coating sticks well. Repeat with rest of chicken pieces. 
5. Spray the air fryer basket with avocado oil spray. Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
6. Cook for 14 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the outside is golden brown and crispy.
7. Once cooked, remove the Parmesan Crusted Chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

🪄 Tips and Tricks

• Each air fryer is different and cooking time will vary depending on the size and type of your chicken.
• For little ones who love chicken nuggets, cut the chicken into smaller bite-size pieces before marinating them in the yogurt.
• Cut your chicken breasts or cutlets in the size chicken strips you prefer. If serving babies or toddlers, cut into bite-size pieces.

🗒 Substitutions

• Use chicken thighs or chicken tenders.
• Use a gluten-free breadcrumb.

🗒 Best served with

• Your favorite dippings sauce: bbq, ranch, ketchup, marinara sauce.
• Your favorite sides: Air Fryer Green Beans, Air Fryer Broccoli or fries.

👝 How to Store Leftovers

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer to crisp your chicken back up.

🤔 Common Questions