Two Air Fryer Recipes (With a Oil Sprayer): Parmesan Chicken Strips& Hash Brown Toast
Practical, weeknight-friendly recipes with crispy payoff and fewer calories. A fine mist from a cooking oil sprayer— use the Yarramate oil sprayer—helps you hit that golden crunch without drenching in oil.
Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Strips — Crispy, Juicy & Lighter
I came to these after a long day, two chicken breasts, and a stubborn craving for something crunchy. The trick is air plus a fine mist: a couple of passes with the Yarramate oil sprayer coats the crumbs evenly so they crisp, not sog. The payoff tastes like a pub classic—minus the heavy feel.
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 cup panko or dry breadcrumbs
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Olive oil for misting (use a cooking oil sprayer)
- Optional: lemon wedges & parsley to serve
Method
Nutrition (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ≈ 280 kcal |
| Protein | ≈ 27 g |
| Total Fat | ≈ 9 g |
| Carbohydrates | ≈ 21 g |
| Fiber | ≈ 2 g |
| Sodium | ≈ 420 mg |
Air Fryer Hash Brown Toast — Fast, Crunchy & Topping-Friendly
Weekend mornings, I want something that eats like toast but crunches like a fry. Frozen hash-brown patties are the perfect shortcut: they crisp fast in the air fryer and hold toppings like a champ. A light mist from a cooking oil sprayer ensures shatter-crisp edges without greasy fingers.
Ingredients (serves 2)
- 4 frozen hash-brown patties
- 2–3 tbsp cream cheese or Greek yogurt
- ½ avocado, sliced
- 2 boiled eggs, sliced (or a fried egg)
- Salt & pepper
- Olive oil for misting (Yarramate oil sprayer recommended)
- Optional toppings: smoked salmon, chili flakes, scallions
Method
Nutrition (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ≈ 310 kcal |
| Protein | ≈ 9 g |
| Total Fat | ≈ 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | ≈ 30 g |
| Fiber | ≈ 5 g |
| Sodium | ≈ 360 mg |
Why a Good Sprayer Levels Up Air Frying
Air frying loves precision. A fine mist coats more surface area with less oil, which is why a reliable tool like the Yarramate oil sprayer earns a permanent spot on my counter. It's the small habit that stacks up: lighter meals, better browning, fewer soggy bites.
