Perfectly seasoned Shake and Bake chicken in the air fryer is ready in about 20 minutes, making a delicious meal any night of the week.

Quick and easy air fryer Shake and Bake chicken is crispy, tender, and a healthier option than traditional fried chicken.

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There are thousands of ways to prepare chicken, but my family always gets excited over crispy chicken.

Something about the crunch and the flavor gets everyone to the table in a hurry, and there are no complaints at mealtime.

But fried chicken is messy and not so healthy, so I never make it at home.

Air fryer Shake and Bake chicken breast is a great alternative to traditional fried chicken because it only requires a touch of oil.

It’s the perfect easy entree and pairs beautifully with all of your favorite side dishes.

Shake and bake chicken in the air fryer takes only minutes to prep.

The savory seasoned breadcrumbs come with a bag to make prep work effortless and clean up a breeze.

Even better, air fryer shake and bake cooks in about 20 minutes, so it’s the perfect meal for busy families.

More Super Easy Air Fryer Recipes:

• Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets
• Air Fryer Orange Chicken
• Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower
• Air Fryer Crispy Crowns
• Air Fryer Frozen French Toast Sticks
• Air Fryer Naan Pizza

How to Serve Air Fryer Shake and Bake

Shake and Bake seasoned breadcrumbs have been a favorite for years, and the air fryer is a great method for cooking the chicken with the classic taste you loved as a child.

Serving these chicken breasts is as easy as preparing them. Here are a few of our favorite ways.

• As a main dish. Serve Shake n’ Bake chicken breast with your favorite side dishes for a simple dinner that everyone will love. Instant Pot green beans, Instant Pot potatoes and carrots, and broccoli cheese cornbread are a couple of our favorites.
• As chicken nuggets. Cube the chicken before air frying for delicious chicken nuggets (just be sure to decrease the cook time!).
• As a sandwich. Pile air fryer shake and bake chicken on buns with your favorite toppings for a crispy chicken sandwich.
• With pasta. Top with cheese and serve with pasta and marinara sauce for a quick chicken parmesan.
• Over a salad. Slice shake and bake chicken to serve over a salad. It can be served hot or cold.

How to Make Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken Breast

It’s really easy to make Shake and Bake chicken in the air fryer.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
• Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
• Shake and Bake Chicken Breading

How to Make It:

(Full printable recipe is available below)

Prepare the equipment. First, you’ll preheat the air fryer to 375F and pour Shake and Bake seasoning and breading mix into the plastic bag provided in the box.

Oil the chicken. Then, you’ll coat each chicken breast with 1 Tablespoon of oil.

Bread the chicken. Then, you’ll add one chicken breast to the bag of seasoning and breading, and twist the bag closed. Shake well to coat. Remove to a plate and repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.

Air fry the chicken. Once the chicken breasts are coated with seasoning, add them to the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Close air fryer and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning chicken breasts halfway through the cook time.

Check for doneness and serve. Last, when an internal thermometer registers at least 165F and chicken breasts are golden brown, remove basket from the air fryer.

Allow chicken sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes and Adaptations:

• Cook time can vary slightly depending on the size and thickness of your chicken breasts. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it’s cooked through before serving.
• If you want to “dress up” your Shake and Bake, you can certainly add more seasonings.