Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Crispy, cheesy, and delicious, this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic Italian dish with less oil.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip each chicken breast in the eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, place the chicken in a single layer, and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Open the air fryer, top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve hot.
Tips
- Preheat the air fryer for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the chicken with cooking spray before air frying.
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