Description
Easy Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken features crispy, golden-coated chicken pieces that stay juicy on the inside. This recipe uses a seasoned breadcrumb mixture combined with Parmesan and spices to coat boneless chicken breasts or thighs, which are then air fried to perfection for a quick, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Coating Mixture
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
Other
- Cooking spray or olive oil for spraying
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for crispy results.
- Prepare Chicken Pieces: Cut the chicken breasts or thighs into evenly sized pieces if they are too large, to ensure uniform cooking.
- Mix Coating: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt.
- Make Egg Wash: Whisk together the egg and milk in a shallow bowl until well combined.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then place them into the bag with the breadcrumb mixture. Seal the bag tightly and shake well until each piece is evenly coated with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer without overlapping.
- Spray Chicken: Lightly spray the coated chicken pieces with cooking spray to aid browning and crispiness.
- Air Fry: Cook the chicken in the preheated air fryer for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through the cooking time. Continue until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Chicken thighs may require a few extra minutes of cooking compared to breasts.
- For extra crunch, add 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil to the breadcrumb mixture before coating.
- Ensure the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Leftover chicken can be reheated in the air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
