Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Mayo 🍗🧀
Crispy, golden Parmesan-crusted chicken with a creamy garlic mayo coating—ready in under 20 minutes!
Ingredients
(Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally into 4 fillets)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Garlic Mayo Coating:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Prep the Chicken
- Pound chicken fillets to even thickness (~½ inch) for even cooking.
- Mix garlic mayo: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
2. Coat the Chicken
- Spread mayo mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken fillet.
- In a separate bowl, mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge chicken in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Air Fry
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray the basket with oil, then place chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. Serve
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges or extra mayo for dipping.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Extra crispy? Spritz the coated chicken with olive oil before air frying.
- No air fryer? Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 mins on a wire rack.
- Low-carb option: Use pork rind crumbs instead of breadcrumbs.
This chicken is juicy inside, crispy outside, and packed with flavor—perfect for quick dinners! 🍽️
Love heat? Add ½ tsp chili flakes to the mayo mix! 🌶️