Description
Enjoy a guilt-free twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan Recipe made quick and easy in the air fryer. This recipe delivers crispy chicken topped with marinara and melted cheese for a delicious gluten free meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken Breasts 2 large boneless and skinless
- Breadcrumbs 1 cup preferably Italian seasoned
- Parmesan Cheese 1/2 cup grated
- Marinara Sauce 1 cup
- Mozzarella Cheese 1 cup shredded
- Olive Oil 2 tablespoons
- Italian Seasoning 1 teaspoon
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness about 1/2 inch.
- Mix breadcrumbs Parmesan cheese Italian seasoning salt and pepper in a dish and drizzle olive oil over the chicken in another dish.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the breaded chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes flipping halfway through.
- Remove the chicken and spoon marinara sauce over each piece then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Return the chicken to the air fryer and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
- Season generously with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for better texture and flavor
- Let the chicken rest after cooking for juicier results
- Experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer aiming for 165°F
- Consider meal prepping extra chicken for quick meals throughout the week
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Air Fryer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg