Description
Experience a healthier twist on the classic Italian favorite with this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Guilt-Free Delight! This dish delivers everything you love about traditional Chicken Parmesan—crispy chicken, rich marinara, and gooey cheese—without the guilt of deep frying. Using an air fryer, you can achieve a perfectly crispy exterior while keeping the chicken juicy and tender. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or special occasions. Enjoy this delicious meal that fits seamlessly into your healthy eating plan.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Set up your breading station: Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in one dish; drizzle olive oil over the chicken in another.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently.
- Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from air fryer; top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg