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A white plate with sliced Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken breast, mashed potatoes with gravy, and green beans, set on a white wooden table with utensils and bowls of sides nearby.
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Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken

Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken is made with a few ingredients and makes the perfect weeknight meal. The chicken turns our crispy with amazing flavor.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Let them rest5 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $11.70, $2.93 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 packet Shake ’N Bake
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil divided
  • Spray Olive Oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. If your air fryer does not have a preheat setting, run it empty for 5 minutes at 400°F.
  • If needed, pound or butterfly the chicken breasts so they are an even thickness (about ¾ inch) for even cooking.
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil evenly over both sides of the chicken.
  • Pour the Shake 'N Bake coating into a large zip-top bag. Add the chicken, seal the bag with a little air inside, and shake until each piece is evenly coated.
  • Lightly brush or rub the air fryer basket with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Do not use nonstick cooking spray directly on the basket, as it can damage the nonstick coating.
  • Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each piece. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Air fry at 400°F for 6-8 minutes. Flip the chicken, spray the other side lightly with olive oil spray, and cook for another 6-8 minutes, or until the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Thaw frozen chicken completely before coating with the Shake 'N Bake mixture.
  • Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Always use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket so the coating becomes crispy on all sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 131mg | Potassium: 418mg | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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