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A delicious plate of Amazing crispy air fryer fish in 10 minutes

Healthy Crispy Air Fryer Fish That's Actually Crunchy

This crispy air fryer fish is golden, crunchy, and perfectly flaky inside, made with simple seasoning and panko breadcrumbs for a quick and healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb white fish fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3–5 minutes.
  2. Pat fish completely dry.
  3. Mix panko breadcrumbs with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Drizzle fish with olive oil and coat evenly.
  5. Press fish into breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Place fish in air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
  8. Cook for 8–10 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  9. Rest 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting the fish dry ensures the coating sticks and crisps properly. Do not overcrowd the air fryer for best results.