Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan is a quick and easy meal that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Coat each chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Top each chicken breast with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian
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