Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe combines the crunchy texture of traditional chicken Parmesan with the health benefits of air frying, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the chicken breasts.
- Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Preheating ensures even cooking and a crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 70
Keywords: chicken, parmesan, air fryer, Italian, healthy