Description
Crispy and golden chicken made in an air fryer for a healthier alternative to fried chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips or bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken pieces with the mixture.
- Roll the chicken in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the chicken lightly with cooking oil before air frying.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the chicken pieces.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: air fryer chicken, crispy chicken, golden chicken, healthy chicken recipe