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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe
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5.1 from 14 reviews

This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan is a healthier, quicker twist on the classic Italian favorite. Featuring crispy breaded chicken breasts topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, this dish delivers all the comforting flavors without deep frying. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a golden crust and tender inside, it’s an easy and delicious dinner option for any night of the week.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Breading

  • 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) to ensure it’s ready for cooking the chicken evenly.
  2. Pound Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch to promote uniform cooking and tenderness.
  3. Prepare Breading Station: In one dish, combine the Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In another dish, drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts.
  4. Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to make sure the coating sticks well.
  5. Cook Chicken: Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time to ensure crispiness on both sides.
  6. Add Sauce and Cheese: Remove the cooked chicken from the air fryer and spoon marinara sauce over each piece. Then, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  7. Final Cook: Put the chicken back in the air fryer and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
  8. Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes to allow flavors to settle before serving.

Notes

  • You can use homemade breadcrumbs or panko for a crunchier texture.
  • If you prefer, substitute marinara with your favorite pasta sauce or tomato sauce.
  • Chicken breasts can be butterflied to reduce thickness for faster cooking.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
  • Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Air Fryer Recipes, Italian Chicken, Healthy Chicken Parm, Easy Dinner, Crispy Chicken

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