Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

This air fryer chicken parmesan is just as crispy, juicy, and cheesy as you'd expect, but made in no time! Ready in minutes, it's convenient and healthy. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 13

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 294kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

2 large chicken breasts See notes
1 large egg
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 190C/375F. Grease the air fryer basket.
Slice the chicken breasts in half and pound them to about half an inch thick. Using a paper towel, soak up any excess moisture.
In one bowl, add the egg and whisk it well. In the second bowl, add the panko, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Dip the chicken in the egg, then dip it in the dry mix, pressing down firmly until fully coated. Repeat the process until all four chicken breasts are breaded.
Add the chicken into the greased air fryer basket, spray both sides with cooking spray, and air fry for 9 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Remove the air fryer basket and add 1/4 cup of marinara sauce on top of each chicken breast. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese on top.
Place the air fryer basket back in the air fryer and air fry for a further 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese melts.

Video

Notes

Chicken breast weight: I use two 8-ounce fillets, but you can use four 4-ounce fillets.
Oven method: While this is an air fryer recipe, you can use a convection oven. Prep the chicken as instructed and place them on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 180C/350F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Now, add the toppings and turn the broil setting on. Broil for 2-3 minutes.
Gluten-free: Use gluten-free panko and gluten-free bread crumbs.
TO STORE: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to five days.
TO FREEZE: Wrap it in foil or use an air-tight container and store the chicken parm in the freezer for up to 6 months.
TO REHEAT: Reheat them in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is sizzling.

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