Description
This Air Fryer Ranch Chicken recipe is a quick, delicious way to prepare crispy, flavorful chicken breasts with a ranch seasoning and breadcrumb coating, cooked perfectly in the air fryer for a healthy and easy main dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless & skinless
- 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 lightly with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the chicken. Pat dry each chicken breast with paper towels and slice each breast in half lengthwise for even thickness and quicker cooking.
- Mix dry 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 well with a fork until smooth and uniform.
- Coat the chicken. Dip each sliced chicken piece first into the beaten eggs, then coat evenly with the breadcrumb and ranch mixture ensuring full coverage.
- Arrange in air fryer. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece for air circulation. Spray the coated chicken liberally with oil spray for crispiness.
- Cook the chicken. Air fry at 350°F for 12 minutes, or until the chicken pieces are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F measured with a meat thermometer.
- Rest before serving. Carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so they have an even thickness for faster and more consistent cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to allow proper air flow and crispiness.
- You can substitute olive oil spray with any preferred cooking spray or a light brush of olive oil.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure safety and avoid overcooking which can dry the meat.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 65g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
