Description
Dive into a healthier version of a beloved classic with this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan recipe. Perfectly seasoned and crisped to golden perfection, this dish brings all the flavor without the extra grease. It’s quick, easy, and absolutely delicious — an ideal meal for any night of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned preferred)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Set up three bowls for dredging: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mix of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano.
- Dredge and Cook: Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then breadcrumb mixture. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and spray the basket with non-stick spray. Cook the chicken for 10 minutes, flip, and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes.
- Add Toppings: Top each breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure your air fryer is preheated for the crispiest results.
- Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding, which helps achieve that desirable crispiness.
- Substitute with gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 598mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 98mg