Creating Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a crispy crust.

2. Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

3. Set Up Breading Stations: In one bowl, whisk the eggs. In another bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

4. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks well.

5. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. This step ensures even cooking and crispiness.

6. Arrange Chicken in Air Fryer: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated chicken breasts in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded.

7. Cooking Time: Spray the tops of the chicken with a little more cooking spray for extra crispiness. Cook for 10 minutes.

8. Flip and Continue Cooking: After 10 minutes, carefully flip the chicken breasts over and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

9. Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This step allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.

10. Serve: Slice and serve your Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken warm!