air fryer meals
This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan is a crispy, tender chicken dish topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese. It’s a healthier take on the classic Italian favorite, made easy and fast with the air fryer.
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 3 Shallow bowls
- 1 Meat mallet or rolling pin
- 1 Cooking spray
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Baking dish or plate
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs total.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- as needed spray cooking spray For air fryer basket.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- If the chicken breasts are thick, pound them to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in the third bowl.
- Dip each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off the excess, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down to ensure it adheres well.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the breaded chicken breasts in the basket, ensuring they do not touch. You may need to do this in batches.
- Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully flip the chicken over, spoon marinara sauce over each piece, and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- Air fry for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, remove from the air fryer and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side of pasta or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
You can customize the toppings by adding other ingredients like sliced olives or fresh basil.
If you like extra crispy chicken, you can air fry for a couple of minutes longer but keep a close eye to avoid burning. Enjoy your healthy and delicious Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan!