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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan for a Quick Comfort Meal

Enjoy a healthier version of your favorite restaurant dish with this crispy Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use thinly sliced for quicker cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Enhances flavor; adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper Feel free to experiment with other types.
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs work well as a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs Traditional breadcrumbs are a good substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Finely grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast works for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Italian seasoning can be used instead.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes Reduce or omit for a milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Use fresh minced garlic for a stronger profile.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade works well.
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella Swap with dairy-free cheese if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley Consider other herbs like basil for variation.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing each horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up a dredging station: bowl 1 with seasoned flour, bowl 2 with beaten eggs, and bowl 3 with panko mixture.
  3. Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip into eggs, and finally coat with the panko mixture.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. Arrange the chicken cutlets in a single layer.
  5. Cook cutlets for 5 minutes, flip and cook for another 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Spoon marinara over each cutlet, top with mozzarella, and cook for another 3 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from the basket, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is pounded evenly for consistent cooking and avoid overcrowding the air fryer for best crispiness.

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