Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

from spendwithpennies.com
40 min
4 servings

This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan recipe takes a classic favorite to the next level! Serve with pasta or enjoy on its own any day of the week.

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated )
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 small chicken breast halves (about 5 ounces each)
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • salt & pepper (to taste )
  • cooking spray
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
  • basil & parsley (fresh, chopped for garnish)
  • pasta for serving (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Preheat air fryer to 375°F.

  3. 3

    Dip chicken in beaten egg. Season chicken with salt & pepper and then dip into the bread crumb mixture (press to adhere). Spray chicken with cooking spray and place in the air fryer.

  4. 4

    Cook 6 minutes. Flip chicken over and cook an additional 5-6 minutes.

  5. 5

    Spread marinara sauce over the top of each chicken breast. Top with mozzarella and shredded Parmesan. Air fry for an additional 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted and chicken reaches 165°F.

  6. 6

    Top with herbs and serve with pasta and additional sauce if desired.