A crispy, juicy Parmesan Crusted Chicken made in the air fryer with panko, Parmesan, and Italian herbs for golden perfection.

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

2 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

Olive oil spray

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1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels.

2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

3. Rub seasoning over chicken breasts evenly.

4. Mix Parmesan and panko in another bowl.

5. Dip chicken into breadcrumb mixture to coat completely.

6. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.

7. Spray basket with olive oil, add chicken in one layer, spray tops lightly.

8. Air fry 12–15 minutes until golden and 165°F (74°C) inside.

9. Serve hot with lemon wedges or side dishes.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the crispiest texture.

Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket for best results.

Add paprika or cayenne for a little kick.

Reheat leftovers in the air fryer to keep them crispy.