Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Olive oil spray

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.

2. 2

   In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs. In another bowl, combine parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat evenly with the parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

4. 4

   Lightly spray both sides of the coated chicken breasts with olive oil spray.

5. 5

   Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

6. 6

   Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.