Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe offers a healthier twist on the classic dish, combining crispy breaded chicken with marinara sauce and melted cheese, all made conveniently in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for the best results.
- Marinate the chicken in Italian dressing for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer.
- Coat each piece of chicken in flour, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs.
- Coat the chicken in breadcrumbs, making sure each piece is evenly covered.
- Lightly spray the coated chicken with cooking oil before air frying.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and top each piece with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Return the chicken to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Always preheat your air fryer for optimal cooking.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: chicken parmesan, air fryer, healthy dinner, Italian cuisine, quick meal