How to Make (Juicy Crispy) Fried Chicken Breast - Air Fryer Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal provides a crunchy texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is more budget-friendly.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Thighs are juicier and often less expensive.

Make a spice mix by combining 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.

Trim off any excess fat from the chicken breasts.

In a bowl, add 2 cups of panko bread crumbs, 1/3 of the spice mix, and 2 tablespoons of peanut or vegetable oil. Mix well.

In a second bowl, add 2 eggs and 1/3 of the spice mix. Mix well.

In a third bowl, add 1/2 cup of flour and 1/3 of the spice mix. Mix well.

Dip each chicken breast in the flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the panko mixture, ensuring it's well covered and shaking off any excess.

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 15 minutes, lining it with foil for easy cleanup and spraying with oil.

Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, flip the chicken breasts over and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches at least 165°F before serving.

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