Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
Enjoy a quick and healthier take on the classic Chicken Parmesan made effortlessly in an air fryer. Crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and ready in just about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless
- 1 cup breadcrumbs For coating
- 1 cup marinara sauce For serving
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded, for topping
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning For flavoring the breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil For spraying the chicken
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning.
- Coat each chicken breast in breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In the last two minutes of cooking, top each piece of chicken with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Allow cheese to melt before removing from the air fryer.
Notes
Enjoy with a side of pasta or a fresh salad. This recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken parmesan.