For extra crispy chicken, lightly spray the breaded cutlets with olive oil before air frying. Feel free to use your favorite marinara sauce or even homemade for a truly personalized touch. If you don't have seasoned panko, you can use regular panko and add your own Italian seasoning to taste. Adjust cooking times slightly depending on the thickness of your chicken cutlets and your specific air fryer model.
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME25 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS18
Experience the classic comfort of Chicken Parmesan in a fraction of the time! This air fryer version delivers incredibly crispy, golden-brown chicken, smothered in a rich tomato sauce and blanketed with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. A perfect weeknight indulgence that skips the fuss of deep-frying without sacrificing any of the flavor.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate45 g
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Cholesterol201 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein57 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium1263 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepAssemble all ingredients on your workspace. (5 minutes)
02
StepButterfly each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of the kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper. (10 minutes)
03
StepPrepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned panko. To the panko, add the grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder; mix well. To the flour, add the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; combine thoroughly. (5 minutes)
04
StepOne at a time, dredge each chicken cutlet in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it in the beaten egg, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, coat the cutlet thoroughly in the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the breaded chicken on a clean plate. (15 minutes)
05
StepPreheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
06
StepWorking in batches of two, carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don't overlap. Cook for approximately 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. (10-12 minutes)
07
StepRemove the chicken from the air fryer and top each piece with 1/4 cup of marinara sauce and 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. (3 minutes)
08
StepReturn all four chicken cutlets to the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and lightly browned. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F (73 degrees C). (2-3 minutes)
09
StepGarnish with additional Parmesan cheese and serve immediately with extra marinara sauce, if desired.
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Joanne Legros
Jun 4, 2025This was so easy and delicious! My kids loved it, and it was ready in under 30 minutes.
Vance Bayer
May 2, 2025I added a little bit of Italian seasoning to the panko mixture, and it really enhanced the flavor. Great recipe!
Jimmie Ebert
Apr 29, 2025Next time, I might try using a different cheese blend. But overall, a fantastic and quick meal.
Arely Auer
Apr 12, 2025The chicken came out perfectly crispy in the air fryer. I'll never make Chicken Parmesan any other way!