Air Fryer Chicken Breast: Crispy, Juicy, and Easy
Crispy panko-coated chicken breast with lemon zest, cooked in the air fryer until golden and juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 39 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 large thick boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Zest from 1 lemon
2 large eggs, beaten
3 cups panko breadcrumbs
Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
2. Mix flour, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
3. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl.
4. Place panko in a third bowl.
5. Dredge chicken in flour, then egg, then panko.
6. Spray air fryer basket with olive oil.
7. Add 2 breaded chicken filets and spray the tops.
8. Air fry for 6 minutes.
9. Flip, spray, and cook 6–8 minutes more, until 165°F.
10. Repeat with remaining chicken.
11. Rest chicken for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
12. Serve with your favorite sides or sauce.
Notes
Use a digital cooking thermometer to verify that chicken reaches 165°F.
Cook in batches without overcrowding the basket.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container.
For best quality, enjoy the chicken fresh while the coating is crisp.
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