Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan, a healthier take on the beloved Italian classic. This guilt-free delight features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and topped with rich marinara and gooey mozzarella cheese. The air fryer ensures that you achieve that perfect crunch without the excess oil, making it a fantastic option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a dish that is not only satisfying but also packed with flavor that your whole family will enjoy. Elevate your dinner experience with this easy recipe that combines tradition and modern cooking methods for a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to a uniform thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- In one bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Drizzle olive oil over chicken in another dish.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Remove chicken carefully; spoon marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg