Description
This Air Fryer Ranch Chicken recipe offers a crispy, flavorful twist on classic chicken breasts by coating them in a seasoned ranch and corn flake crust before air frying to juicy perfection. Quick and easy, it’s a perfect weeknight meal for two.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 5 ounces each)
Coating
- 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Ranch dressing seasoning mix
- 3/4 cup crushed corn flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and grease the air fryer tray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Coating Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix, crushed corn flakes, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir thoroughly to evenly blend all ingredients.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the melted butter, ensuring it’s fully covered. Then place it into the corn flake mixture and toss or press the mixture gently to coat the chicken evenly with the crust.
- Apply Remaining Mixture: Sprinkle any leftover seasoning mixture on top of the coated chicken breasts for added flavor and crunch.
- Air Fry Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in the preheated air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, then carefully flip each breast and continue cooking for an additional 8 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), confirming doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the air fryer carefully and let it rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving. Enjoy your crispy, flavorful Air Fryer Ranch Chicken!
Notes
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F to guarantee it’s safely cooked.
- Use corn flakes for the coating to get a crunchy texture; crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs can also be alternatives.
- For extra crispiness, spray the coated chicken lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
- Resting the chicken after cooking helps keep it juicy and tender.
- If cooking for more servings, adjust ingredients and cooking time accordingly.
