High Protein Air Fryer Crispy Chicken
Elevate your healthy eating game with this High Protein Air Fryer Crispy Chicken recipe—a perfect combination of flavor, texture, and nutrition! Made with tender boneless chicken breasts, this dish is coated in a unique blend of unflavored whey protein powder, almond flour, and grated Parmesan cheese, delivering a satisfyingly crunchy exterior without deep frying. The addition of plain Greek yogurt and egg whites creates a protein-packed binding layer while keeping the chicken moist and juicy inside. Cooked in an air fryer, this recipe achieves effortless crispiness with minimal oil, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder for a flavorful kick, this golden-brown crispy chicken is ready in just 35 minutes and is perfect for meal prep, post-workout meals, or family dinners. Pair it with your favorite salad, roasted veggies, or a zesty dipping sauce for a delicious and nourishing meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3 pieces egg whites
- 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups whey protein powder (unflavored)
- 0.5 cups almond flour
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch to ensure even cooking.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg whites and Greek yogurt until smooth. This will be your wet mixture.
In another shallow bowl, combine the whey protein powder, almond flour, grated Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dry coating mixture.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg white and yogurt mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
Transfer the coated chicken to the dry mixture, pressing down gently to ensure the coating sticks well and covers completely.
Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to do this in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
Spray the tops of the chicken with a light coat of cooking spray to help them crisp up.
Air fry the chicken for about 10 minutes on one side, then flip them over and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown, crispy, and cooked through with an internal temperature reaching 165°F (74°C).
Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy your high-protein crispy chicken with your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 72.0 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 2956 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 345.5 g | 691% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1629 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2740 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
