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Crispy air fryer chicken parmesan topped with marinara, melted cheese, and fresh parsley.

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

Crispy, cheesy air fryer chicken parmesan with golden breading, melty mozzarella, and rich marinara flavor. A quick, mess-free dinner that tastes just like your favorite Italian restaurant classic.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Rest Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Author: Hannah Cooking
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer (any model with basket works)
  • 1 Meat mallet (for pounding chicken evenly)
  • 3 Shallow dishes (for flour, egg, and breadcrumb coating)
  • 1 Tongs (for flipping chicken easily)
  • 1 Cooking spray (helps achieve golden crispy crust)
  • 1 Sharp knife (to slice chicken into thin cutlets)
  • 1 Instant-read thermometer (ensures chicken reaches 165°F)

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts - sliced into thin cutlets
  • 1 teaspoon salt - for seasoning chicken
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper - for flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder - adds aroma
  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning - classic flavor base
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour - first coating
  • 2 large eggs - beaten for dredging
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs - adds crunch
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese - mixed with breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil - optional for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano - optional for aroma
  • 1 cup marinara sauce - for topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - melts over chicken
  • 1 handful fresh basil - for garnish
  • cooking spray - to crisp coating

Instructions 

  • Slice and pound chicken into even cutlets; season well.
  • Prepare dishes for flour, eggs, and breadcrumb mix.
  • Dredge in flour, dip in egg, coat with panko mix.
  • Spray basket, add chicken, air fry 10 minutes at 380°F.
  • Flip chicken, spoon marinara on top.
  • Top with mozzarella and air fry 3–5 minutes more.
    Crispy air fryer chicken parmesan topped with marinara, melted cheese, and fresh parsley.
  • Sprinkle fresh basil and parmesan before serving.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken cutlet | Calories: 420kcal (21%) | Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) | Protein: 46g (92%) | Fat: 18g (28%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 170mg (57%) | Sodium: 850mg (37%) | Potassium: 530mg (15%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 510IU (10%) | Vitamin C: 3mg (4%) | Calcium: 230mg (23%) | Iron: 1.5mg (8%)