Description
Elevate your weeknight dinners with Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Golden, a deliciously indulgent yet healthy recipe that brings together tender chicken breasts, zesty marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese—all cooked to crispy perfection in an air fryer. This dish not only satisfies your cravings but also saves time and energy, making it perfect for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a flavorful meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Olive oil spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1 inch.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour, another with beaten egg, and the last with panko mixed with Parmesan and Italian seasoning.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the panko mixture.
- Lightly spray each coated breast with olive oil spray and place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip the chicken over, spoon marinara sauce on top, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 150mg