Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken

This garlic parmesan air fryer chicken is juicy, flavorful, and packed with protein. It’s an easy air fryer chicken recipe perfect for dinner, lunch, or meal prep.

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Prep Time 7

Cook Time 15

Total Time 22

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 2

Equipment

Air fryer
Mixing bowl
Tongs
Meat thermometer
Cutting board
Knife

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Optional

½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon lemon juice
chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.
Prepare the chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If needed, pound them lightly for more even cooking.
Season the chicken
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, minced garlic, parmesan, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional Italian seasoning.
Coat the chicken
Rub the mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Place in the basket
Arrange the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry
Cook for 14 to 16 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
Rest and serve
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley and a little extra parmesan if desired.

Notes

Freshly grated parmesan works best for flavor and texture.
Cooking time depends on chicken breast thickness.
Use a meat thermometer for the best results.
Add lemon juice after cooking for a brighter finish.