Air Fry Parmesan Crusted Chicken

5 from 2 votes

Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken delivers a satisfying crunch without frying.

Prep Time15

Cook Time16

Total Time31

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer, chicken

Servings: servings

Calories: 324kcal

Butterfly the chicken breast and cut into serving-sized pieces.
2 Chicken Breast
In a medium, low-sided dish, combine the panko, parmesan, ½ Tablespoon ranch dressing mix, and seasonings.
2 cups Panko Italian Bread Crumbs, ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese, 1 Tablespoon Ranch Dressing Mix, ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Salt, ¼ teaspoon Pepper
In a second medium, low-sided dish, whisk the eggs and half of the ranch dressing mix into the milk.
½ cup Milk, 2 Eggs
Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, then into the panko mixture. Repeat into the egg mixture, then panko. Place the coated chicken into the Air Fryer basket in a single layer without touching.
Drizzle olive oil on the top of each piece of chicken.
2-3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Cook at 400 degrees for 6 minutes. Flip the chicken and drizzle the second side with olive oil. Cook another 4-6 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165. Cook times can vary depending on the thickness of your chicken. Keep cooked chicken warm in a 200-degree oven, if desired.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet melt bacon grease, whisk in the flour and cook until bubbly and smooth. Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add the milk all at once and whisk until smooth. Cook until thickened.
3 Tablespoons Bacon Grease, 3 Tablespoons All Purpose Flour, 3 cups Milk
Add chicken bouillon, ranch dressing mix, pepper, and salt to taste. Top the chicken with gravy when serving.
1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon, 1 Tablespoon Ranch Dressing Mix, ½ teaspoon Pepper
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Hint: Depending on the size of your Air Fryer, you may need to cook multiple batches. Keep the cooked chicken warm in a 200-degree oven.