Description
Ranch-infused air fryer chicken delivers crispy perfection with minimal effort. Juicy meat and herbal seasonings create a quick, delicious meal that satisfies you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsps ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tbsp (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) olive oil or olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preparation: Meticulously pat chicken breasts dry to eliminate moisture, creating an ideal surface for achieving a crisp, golden exterior.
- Seasoning: Coat chicken with olive oil and generously sprinkle ranch seasoning mix, ensuring comprehensive coverage and deep flavor infusion. Optional: Dust with Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of savory complexity.
- Equipment Setup: Preheat air fryer to 375F (190C), positioning chicken in a single layer within the basket to optimize heat circulation and promote even cooking.
- Cooking Process: Lightly spray chicken with olive oil and air fry for 15-18 minutes, flipping midway to guarantee thorough and uniform cooking. Monitor internal temperature, ensuring it reaches 165F (74C) for safe consumption.
- Finishing Touch: Allow chicken to rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking, permitting juice redistribution and maximizing tenderness before serving.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly pat chicken dry with paper towels to prevent soggy texture and achieve crispy golden exterior.
- Seasoning Strategy: Massage olive oil evenly across chicken to help ranch seasoning adhere perfectly and create uniform flavor distribution.
- Temperature Precision: Use meat thermometer to confirm internal temperature hits 165F, ensuring food safety without overcooking chicken.
- Dietary Flexibility: Substitute ranch seasoning with herb-based or low-sodium alternatives for gluten-free, low-sodium, or specific dietary requirements.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg