Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan is a lighter version of the classic Italian-American dish, featuring crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, all made easily in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins
- Total Time: 28 mins
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (Italian-style preferred)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: flour in the first, beaten egg in the second, and a mix of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano in the third.
- Dip chicken into flour, then egg, then breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Add chicken and spray tops lightly.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, flip, and cook for 5 more minutes or until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Top each piece with marinara and mozzarella. Air fry for another 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use panko for extra crunch if desired.
- Serve with pasta or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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