Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Guilt-Free Delight!
If you’re craving a healthier version of a classic favorite, this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Guilt-Free Delight! is your answer. This dish captures all the comforting flavors of traditional chicken Parmesan while significantly reducing the oil and calories thanks to the air fryer. With its crispy exterior and gooey cheese topping, it’s a guaranteed hit at family dinners or casual gatherings. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can serve up a delicious meal that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe makes cooking stress-free and enjoyable!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Pound chicken breasts 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 breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere well.
- Place the breaded chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg