What if I don’t have an air fryer?

Don’t worry; if you don’t have an air fryer, you can still make this delicious chicken parmesan! You’ll want to prepare and bread your chicken as normal while you heat ¼ cup of vegetable oil in a cast-iron skillet. Add your breaded chicken to your hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown. Place your fried chicken into an oven-safe baking dish, top each piece with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, and bake in a 450°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese begins to bubble. Garnish, serve, and enjoy!

Can I make this chicken parmesan gluten-free?

Absolutely! You can easily make your air fryer chicken parmesan gluten-free by replacing the breadcrumbs with a gluten-free alternative. Some grocery stores carry premade gluten-free breadcrumbs, or you can use crumbled gluten-free bread or crushed gluten-free crackers as breading instead!

What should I serve with air fryer chicken parmesan?

Since chicken parmesan is a little on the rich side, I recommend serving it with lighter sides. This air fryer chicken parmesan pairs perfectly with a green salad and some fresh fruit. You could also serve your chicken breasts on top of a bed of spaghetti and pair with a side of steamed broccoli. The options really are endless!

Can I Use Bone-In Chicken For Crusted Parmesan Chicken

Yes, it is possible to use bone-in chicken in this recipe. You will need to add more time to cooking . (Start with 4 minutes per side) To ensure your chicken is cooked through, I definitely recommend a digital thermometer. (I use this one .)

How long will leftovers last in the fridge?

Store your leftover chicken parmesan in an airtight container in your fridge. The chicken will be good for up to three days.

Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

Description

Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan – Ready in less than 20 minutes from start to finish!. Crispy breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and mozzarella – made healthier with no oil in the air fryer!

Ingredients

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2 large chicken breasts, pounded and cut in half
3 large eggs
¾ cup Italian style breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup marinara sauce
½ cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh parsley
Salt to taste

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Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 360°F for 5 minutes.
Gather two shallow dishes. Place your breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in one and your egg in the other. Using a fork, mix your breadcrumb mixture together and beat your egg.
Bread your chicken breasts by first coating each one in egg and then in your breadcrumb mixture. Repeat these steps twice for each piece of chicken, making sure that they are double coated.
Place your breaded chicken into the basket of your air fryer and fry at 360°F for 7 minutes.
Flip each of your pieces of chicken before topping with a few spoonfuls of marinara sauce and a handful of mozzarella cheese. Cook for an additional 4 minutes.
Garnish your finished chicken parmesan with parsley and salt and enjoy!

Notes

*nutrition calculation based on 16 oz of chicken breast

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 350
Fat: 15
Carbohydrates: 19
Protein: 37

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