Crispy Air-Fried Chicken Breasts Recipe
Oh, girl—get ready to crush cravings with zero grease and maximum crunch.
This Crispy Air-Fried “Chicken” Breasts recipe is plant-based, guilt-free, and sass-approved.
Because let’s be honest, we love fried food, but not the post-fry existential dread or oily forehead.
This vegan twist delivers golden, seasoned goodness—crispy outside, juicy center, no clucking involved.
You toss, coat, air-fry, and strut like a kitchen goddess with dinner that crunches like confidence.
Let’s call it self-care in crunchy, savory, meat-free form.
Ready to fake the fried and serve the sass?
Let’s do this.
Crispy Air-Fried Chicken Breasts Recipe
Crispy vegan air-fried “chicken” breasts made with plant-based protein and pantry magic.
Ingredients
- 4 vegan chicken-style breasts
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Mix milk and vinegar to make vegan buttermilk.
- Soak the vegan breasts in the mix for 5 minutes.
- Combine flour, spices, and breadcrumbs in a bowl.
- Dip each breast in the dry mix and coat evenly.
- Spray both sides with olive oil spray.
- Place into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes.
- Flip and air fry for another 10 minutes until golden.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 270
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 20%
- Calcium: 18%
- Vitamin B6: 12%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Magnesium: 15%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add hot sauce to the vegan buttermilk mix for heat.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs post-fry for flavor drama.
- Pair with vegan ranch or sriracha mayo for dipping.
- Serve over salad or in a bun if you’re feelin’ extra.
