Description
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this 30-Minute Gluten-Free Air Fryer Chicken is the answer to your quick dinner cravings. It’s juicy on the inside, crunchy on the outside, and made with simple pantry staples. This is one of those healthy snack options or easy dinner ideas that fits beautifully into your busy weeknight routine. Perfect for those following a gluten-free lifestyle, and so satisfying that everyone at the table will love it. Ideal for meal prepping, school lunchboxes, or light high-protein meals—it’s truly a go-to food idea.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup gluten-free panko breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1/3 cup gluten-free flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Cooking spray or oil mist
Instructions
1. Slice chicken breasts into cutlets or tenders of even thickness. Pat dry.
2. Set up three bowls: one with seasoned gluten-free flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
3. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.
4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
5. Arrange chicken in a single layer in air fryer basket. Mist lightly with oil.
6. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Chicken is done at 165°F (74°C).
7. Let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Preheat the air fryer for best results and crispy texture.
Don’t overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if needed.
Use a light mist of oil spray, not too much, to avoid soggy coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: gluten-free chicken, air fryer recipe, healthy snack, easy dinner, quick chicken meal