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15-Minute Air Fryer Chicken

Easy 15-Minute Air Fryer Chicken Recipe for Quick Dinners

This 15-Minute Air Fryer Chicken is a quick and flavorful recipe for busy weeknights, transforming chicken breasts into crispy delights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • cooking spray

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets and pat them dry.
  2. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 390°F and spray the basket lightly with cooking spray.
  5. Arrange chicken in a single layer and air fry for 7–8 minutes per side.
  6. Let rest for a minute before serving to seal in juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 33gFat: 9g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for about 5 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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