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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

A crispy on the outside and savory on the inside dish featuring tender breaded chicken breasts, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella, all made effortlessly in an air fryer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts Pounded to an even thickness for cooking.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For breading.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Adds flavor to the breading.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Optional for additional seasoning.
  • 1 cup marinara sauce For topping the chicken.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For topping the chicken.
  • as needed spray cooking spray or olive oil For coating the chicken breasts.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Gently pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch).
Breading
  1. In a shallow dish, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
  2. Spray each chicken breast lightly with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
  3. Coat each side of the chicken breasts in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly.
Cooking
  1. Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  2. Cook for about 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  3. Spoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  4. Return the chicken to the air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Let the chicken rest for a minute before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes!

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs. To achieve the best texture, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.