Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe
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4.8
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe
Description
The Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe involves coating thin chicken breast cutlets in a buttery breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese mix. The chicken cooks in the air fryer at 360°F, creating a crisp outer texture without deep frying. After initial crisping, each piece gets a spoonful of marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella. The cheese melts as the chicken continues cooking, developing a bubbly and gooey topping. This approach yields a lighter version of traditional chicken parmesan while preserving the main flavors and textures.
The combination of the crispy breadcrumb coating and melted mozzarella over tangy marinara sauce replicates the iconic finale of a chicken parmesan dish. Since the chicken is sliced lengthwise into thin cutlets, it cooks quickly and evenly in the air fryer, producing a tender interior and golden crust.
This recipe can be served with pasta, steamed vegetables, or a side salad for a simple dinner. It offers a way to enjoy chicken parmesan with less oil and cleanup compared to pan-frying or baking a casserole.
Ingredients
- 2 ounce chicken breast sliced lengthwise to make 4 thinner cutlets, boneless skinless
- 6 tbsp seasoned breadcrumbs (whole wheat or gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tbsp butter (melted (or olive oil))
- 6 tbsp mozzarella cheese I used Polly-o, reduced fat
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- olive oil spray form
Instructions
- Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a bowl. Melt the butter in another bowl.
- Lightly brush the butter onto the chicken, then dip into breadcrumb mixture.
- When the air fryer is ready, transfer to the air fryer basket, in batches as needed and spray the top with oil.
- Air fryer 360F° 5 minutes, turn and top each with 2 tbsp sauce and 1 1/2 tbsp of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cook 3 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1piece | |
| Calories | 251kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 31.5g | 63% |
| Fat | 9.5g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 829mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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