Crispy Air Fryer Caesar Chicken Recipe – Easy Breaded Chicken

Caesar Chicken with Green Beans, Potatoes and Rolls on a plate.

Air Fryer Caesar Chicken
I wanted to try this crispy air fryer chicken recipe because I like Caesar Salad and thought this would be a unique twist on breaded chicken. I also love the fact that this was Air Fried which made the chicken extra crispy and took less time than baking. The dredge for this didn't contain eggs, it was Caesar dressing and milk which is an interesting combination, right?

  • Total prep time: 5–10 minutes
  • Total cook time: 15 minutes
  • Family friendly: Yes, all of the ingredients are family-friendly and my teen enjoyed this one
  • Difficulty level: Easy/Intermediate
  • Serving size: 3–4
  • Serving suggestions: The crispy chicken pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes and fresh green beans for a well-rounded meal

Inspired by AllRecipes, I’ll definitely make this again. We did not use seasoned croutons, swapped out seasoned breadcrumbs for Kellogg's corn flakes crumbs, removed lemon pepper seasoning mix, and cayenne pepper.

Feel free to customize seasonings with your own. Looking for something with some heat? Add some cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. In place of oregano you can also add thyme and rosemary to the breading.

Ingredients for Crispy Air Fryer Caesar Chicken

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Directions for Crispy Air Fryer Caesar Chicken

✓ Step #1: Gather ingredients – Start by gathering all of your ingredients and tools for an efficient prep process.

✓ Step #2: Mix breadcrumb coating – In a medium bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, oregano, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.

✓ Step #3: Make the wet mixture – In a separate bowl, whisk together Caesar dressing and milk until smooth.

✓ Step #4: Preheat the Air Fryer – Set your Air Fryer to 390°F and coat the basket with PAM or cooking spray.

✓ Step #5: Dredge chicken – Dip chicken pieces into the Caesar and milk mixture, then coat with breadcrumb mix until fully covered.

✓ Step #6: Air fry the chicken – Place breaded chicken in the Air Fryer basket one piece at a time to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

✓ Step #7: Serve and enjoy – Slice one piece to check for doneness. Serve warm with green beans, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish.

Caesar Chicken with Green Beans, Potatoes and Rolls on a plate.

Storage & Reheating Tip

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer to maintain the same level of crispiness.

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