Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Breast
Make the crispiest chicken breast in your air fryer with just a touch of oil. This easy, healthy recipe delivers golden crunch and juicy flavor in under 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 2 large boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Bread Coating:
- ½ cup fine breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder or paprika
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- Cut chicken breasts into cutlets or fillets. Pound thicker parts to ensure even thickness.
Season the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix oil, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken cutlets.
Make the Coating:
- In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, basil, salt, and chili powder.
Bread the Chicken:
- Place one cutlet at a time into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres well. Flip and repeat.
Air Fry:
- Place the coated chicken fillets in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each.
- Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 8–9 minutes. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Rest and Serve:
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Pound the chicken evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
Preheat the air fryer if your model requires it for best results.
Use fine breadcrumbs for a crispier texture.