Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
14 mins
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Total Time
24 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
441 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Description
This recipe calls for slicing chicken breasts in half like a book to create thin cutlets that cook quickly in an air fryer. After seasoning with salt and pepper, the chicken is dipped in beaten eggs then coated with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. The breading crisps in the air fryer at 375°F, reducing oil usage compared to traditional methods. The chicken is finished by spreading marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese on top, then broiling briefly to melt the cheese and develop a bubbly surface.
Serve as a main dish alongside pasta or a green salad for a balanced meal. The method preserves juiciness in the chicken while providing a crispy, flavorful crust from the breadcrumb and cheese coating. Adjust cooking batch sizes for air fryer capacity and keep cooked pieces warm in a low oven if needed. Other chicken cuts can be used but will affect cooking time.
Keep an eye on internal temperature to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. The recipe provides a good balance of textures and flavors with minimal added fat.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning dried
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese fresh
- parsley for garnish, minced, fresh; or basil
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F. Add a baking sheet or large plate next to the air fryer and sprinkle lightly with additional panko (or line with wax/parchment paper).
- Hold your knife parallel to the cutting board and carefully slice the chicken from right to left (if you're a righty)... opening the chicken breast up like a book. Slice all the way through, so you now have 2 thinly sliced pieces of chicken. Repeat with other chicken breast.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Line up 2 shallow bowls next to the prepared baking sheet. In one of the bowls, add eggs, whisking until beaten. In the second bowl, add panko, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and garlic powder, stirring together.
- Add chicken, one piece at a time, to the egg mixture, turning to coat all sides, letting the excess drip off.
- Next add the chicken to the breadcrumb mixture, turning and patting/pressing to coat all sides in the breadcrumbs.
- Finally, transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet/plate. Repeat with all remaining chicken pieces.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray (we like to use an olive oil spray), then place chicken breasts into the basket. You may be able to fit all 4 at once, or you may not; it will depend on the size of your air fryer.
- Lightly spray tops of chicken breasts with cooking spray (this helps things get nice and crispy), then air fry for 6 minutes.
- Flip chicken over and air fry another 5 minutes. Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Air fry another 3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Sprinkle with minced parsley or basil and serve on it's own, or over pasta.
Notes
- Other chicken cuts can be used but will require adjusting cooking times.
- Cook in batches if your air fryer cannot fit all breasts at once; keep finished pieces warm in a 200°F oven.
- After air frying, top chicken with marinara and mozzarella, then broil for 2-4 minutes until cheese melts and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Line baking sheets with parchment or foil and spray with cooking spray for easy cleanup when broiling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 441 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 441kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 45g | 90% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 196mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 1377mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 664mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 645IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 511mg | 51% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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