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Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Breast

Anjali
This Air Fryer Breaded Chicken Breast hits all the right marks - crispy, juicy, and ready in just 17 minutes! With only 276 calories per serving and a satisfying 27g of protein, it's a healthier twist on the classic comfort food.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Main Dish
Servings 4 cutlets
Calories 276 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced in half lengthwise to create 4 cutlets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breast cutlets in a bowl. Pour the olive oil over the chicken and toss to cover completely.
  • Add the breadcrumbs, flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder and black pepper in a shallow bowl or baking dish. Stir until combined.
  • Press the chicken breasts into the bread crumb mixture, making sure both sides are covered.
  • Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, making sure they are spaced apart. Cook in batches if need be. Spray with cooking spray.
  • Air fry at 400°F/200°C for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.
  • Top with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 27gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 813mgPotassium: 476mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 365IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
Keyword air fried, comfort food, crispy chicken, healthy dinner, quick meals
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