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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

This easy Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan recipe delivers crispy, flavorful chicken in just 20 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 541

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts 8 ounces each
Breading
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan
  • 1 cup Italian style bread crumbs
  • 2 pieces eggs whisked
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Set temperature on Air Fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit. Preheat for 3 minutes.
  2. Cut chicken breasts in half, lengthwise and trim.
  3. Pound the chicken breasts into thinner pieces that are the same thickness.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.
  5. In another bowl, whisk the eggs together.
  6. Dip each piece of chicken in egg and then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with remaining pieces of chicken.
  7. Place chicken breasts in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. If using a smaller air fryer, cook in batches.
  8. Add chicken breasts to preheated Air Fryer and cook for 6 minutes. Flip the chicken breasts over and top with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. Air fry for an additional 3-4 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  9. Set aside and keep warm, repeat with remaining 2 pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 541kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 47gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 1530mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the finished dish rest for optimal texture and flavor development before serving.

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