Description
A modern twist on the classic Chicken Parmesan, featuring a crispy air-fried coating and topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to an even thickness)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the pounded chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Lightly coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken in a single layer and air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In the last 3 minutes of cooking, spoon marinara sauce over each piece and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella. Close the air fryer briefly to melt the cheese.
- Remove the chicken from the fryer, let it rest for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
For an even crispier coating, consider a two-step dredging method with egg and breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg