Creating Crispy Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps for perfect results:

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes.
2. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the coating adhere better and ensures a crispy finish.
3. Make the Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the grated parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
4. Beat the Eggs: In another bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed. This will act as the adhesive for the coating.
5. Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Then, dredge the chicken in the parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
6. Spray with Oil: Lightly spray both sides of the coated chicken with cooking spray or olive oil. This will enhance the browning and crispiness of the crust.
7. Air Fry the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket for even cooking.
8. Cook: Air fry the chicken for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 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 to retain its juices.
10. Serve: Slice and serve your crispy chicken immediately for the best texture.