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Breaded Air Fryer Chicken Breast healthy crispy air‑fried texture
Tarek Rakhiess

Breaded Air Fryer Chicken Breast (Crispy, No Deep Fryer Needed)

Crispy panko-breaded chicken breast made in the air fryer with almost no oil, golden on the outside and juicy inside.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced thin or butterflied
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or light olive oil brush

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Meat thermometer
  •  3 shallow bowls

Method
 

  1. Set up a breading station with flour, egg, and panko in separate bowls.
  2. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, press into panko.
  3. Let coated chicken rest 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
  5. Arrange chicken in a single layer, spray lightly with oil.
  6. Air fry 12 to 20 minutes depending on thickness, flipping halfway.
  7. Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving.

Notes

: For a gluten free version, swap flour and panko for gluten free alternatives. For a lighter version, use whole wheat panko and reduce oil spray.