Description
Indulge in a lighter version of the classic Italian favorite with this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe: A Guilt-Free Delight! This dish delivers all the comforting flavors you crave while significantly reducing the calories and fat. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, you can prepare this delicious meal in just 30 minutes. The air fryer ensures a crispy texture without deep frying, making it a healthier alternative that everyone will love. With simple ingredients like juicy chicken breasts, zesty marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Serve it alongside fresh salads or zucchini noodles for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch for even cooking.
- 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 gently for adherence.
- Place breaded chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and spoon marinara sauce over each piece; top with mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg