Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Guilt-Free Delight!
Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with our Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Guilt-Free Delight! This healthier take on the classic Italian dish delivers the crispy, golden texture you crave without the excess calories of traditional frying. Using an air fryer, you can savor the rich flavors of tender chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese in just minutes. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy date night, this easy recipe requires minimal preparation and yields impressive results that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 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 each chicken breast to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- In one bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, drizzle olive oil over the chicken.
- Coat each chicken breast with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres.
- Place the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Once cooked, spoon marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Return to the air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg