Description
This Air Fryer Ranch Chicken recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken breasts coated in a savory ranch seasoning and Italian-style breadcrumbs. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, these chicken breasts are juicy on the inside and golden brown on the outside, making a great meal or appetizer option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F and spray the basket with oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the chicken: Pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels and slice each in half lengthwise to ensure uniform thickness for even cooking.
- Mix coating ingredients: On a plate, combine the ranch seasoning mix and Italian style breadcrumbs thoroughly.
- Beat the eggs: Crack the eggs into a shallow dish and beat them using a fork until well mixed.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken breast half into the beaten eggs, then evenly coat with the breadcrumb and ranch seasoning mixture.
- Arrange in air fryer: Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket with space between each piece for proper air circulation. Spray them liberally with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Air fry: Cook the chicken at 350°F for 12 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Rest before serving: Remove the chicken carefully from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so they have an even thickness. This helps them cook faster and more evenly.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispy, evenly cooked chicken. Cook in batches if necessary.
- You can use olive oil or cooking spray based on preference to enhance browning and prevent sticking.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to guarantee the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
