Crispy Breaded Chicken

Directions

  1. 1Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
  2. 2Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. 3Place the eggs in one bowl.
  4. 4Stir together the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, paprika and garlic powder in a second bowl.
  5. 5Dip the chicken in the eggs, rotating to evenly coat the chicken.
  6. 6Dredge chicken into the breadcrumb mixture to evenly coat, ensuring none of the chicken is exposed. Make sure to pat it down so it sticks really well to the chicken.
  7. 7Place on a wire rack and spray lightly with the cooking spray.
  8. 8Transfer the chicken to the air fryer until golden brown and cooked through, 4 minutes per side, for a total of about 8 minutes.
  9. 9Remove from the air fryer and allow to cool enough to handle.
  10. 10Slice into thin strips.
  11. 11While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt and pepper for the vinaigrette.
  12. 12Serve the sliced chicken parmesan over greens with the vinaigrette and shaved parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts halved horizontal
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup fresh grated parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Cooking spray
  • 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Juice of one lemon
  • lemon wedge for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper
  • Mixed greens
  • Shaved parmesan cheese

Equipment

air fryerwire rackbowl

Tips

  • Make sure to pat down the panko mixture so it sticks really well to the chicken.
  • Spray lightly with cooking spray.
  • For beginners using an air fryer, ensure chicken does not come out dry or chewy.