Description
A quick and flavorful Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe featuring tenderized boneless chicken breasts coated in a zesty mixture of Parmesan, vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings, then perfectly cooked to juicy perfection in the air fryer. Ready in just 22 minutes, this easy recipe serves 3 and makes a delicious main dish.
Ingredients
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Marinade and Coating
- 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium-size bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, white vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Tenderize the Chicken: Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound each chicken breast to flatten and tenderize them to an even thickness. This helps ensure even cooking and a tender texture.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each piece of flattened chicken into the marinade mixture, dredging thoroughly and coating both sides evenly with the flavorful mixture.
- Prepare the Air Fryer: Lightly spray the insert or basket of the air fryer with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts inside the air fryer basket in a single, even layer, making sure they do not overlap. Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 12 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the air fryer and let it rest for a couple of minutes to allow the juices to settle. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious garlic Parmesan chicken!
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness to promote uniform cooking.
- Do not overlap chicken pieces in the air fryer so they cook evenly and crisp up nicely.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Letting the chicken rest after cooking helps retain juiciness.
- Use non-stick spray to prevent chicken from sticking to the air fryer basket.
