Description
This gluten-free air fryer chicken is golden and crunchy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside—ready in under 30 minutes! It’s the perfect easy dinner, naturally gluten-free, with a cheesy, crispy coating and smoky spices that make it irresistibly flavorful. Whether you’re looking for high-protein food ideas, healthy weeknight dinners, or a quick comfort meal, this recipe brings it all to the table—fast.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup gluten-free panko breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 eggs
Olive oil spray
Instructions
1. Pat chicken breasts dry and trim excess fat. Flatten slightly if needed.
2. In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another, mix panko, parmesan, and all spices.
3. Dip chicken into egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
5. Place coated chicken in a single layer in the basket. Spray with olive oil.
6. Cook for 10-14 minutes until internal temp hits 165°F. No flipping needed.
Notes
Use thinner chicken cutlets for faster cook time.
For extra crispness, let the coated chicken rest 5 minutes before cooking.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer to bring back the crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: quick dinner, gluten-free chicken, air fryer, easy chicken recipe