Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken With Mayo Recipe
This Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Mayo recipe delivers juicy chicken with a crispy, golden Parmesan crust. The secret is in the mayo, which keeps the chicken moist while helping the Parmesan coating stick perfectly. It's a low-carb, easy dinner made right in your air fryer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or pork rinds for low-carb)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Spread the mayo mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- In another bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs. Press the mixture onto the chicken, coating well.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil, then place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, replace breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds.
- Add Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg