Description
Quick, Crispy, and Ready in Minutes When dinner needs to happen fast but still hit every note—crispy, juicy, flavorful—this 15-Minute Air Fryer Chicken is the one I reach for. It’s an easy recipe that delivers a golden crust and juicy inside, all with minimal cleanup. Ideal for busy nights, meal prepping, or when you just want something reliable and satisfying without much work. If you’re looking for healthy snack ideas, easy dinner inspiration, or simply more food ideas that don’t taste like shortcuts—this one checks every box.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Olive oil spray (for misting)
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally for even thickness.
2. Mix mayonnaise, Dijon, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat chicken with the mayo mixture.
4. Press into panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
5. Place in air fryer basket, spray tops with olive oil.
6. Air fry at 400°F for 7 minutes, flip, spray again.
7. Cook another 6–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
8. Let rest a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use thin-sliced breasts or butterfly them to ensure quick, even cooking.
Don’t skip the olive oil spray—it makes the crust turn golden and crispy.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in air fryer for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: quick dinner, air fryer, healthy chicken, crispy chicken