Chicken Parmesan is made with boneless skinless chicken breasts, flour, 2 eggs, Italian breadcrumbs; air fry at 400°F for 20 minutes to serve 4. 420 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Halve each chicken breast horizontally and pound to 1/2-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Dredge in flour, dip in egg, then press into breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture on all sides.
- 3
Spray generously with oil. Air fry at 400°F for 8 minutes. Flip, spray again, cook 5 more minutes until golden.
- 4
Spoon marinara over each cutlet, top with mozzarella. Cook 2-3 more minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 5
Garnish with fresh basil. Serve over spaghetti or with crusty bread.
Tip: Add the marinara and cheese in the last few minutes only — too early and the crispy coating gets soggy underneath. Use a meat thermometer to confirm 165°F.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 20 minutes vs ~36 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🍖Circulating hot air renders fat and seals in juices for a crispier outside and tender inside.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Chicken Parmesan at 400°F for 20 minutes. Add the marinara and cheese in the last few minutes only — too early and the crispy coating gets soggy underneath. Use a meat thermometer to confirm 165°F.
You need: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, Salt & pepper, 1/2 cup flour, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 cup marinara sauce, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, Fresh basil leaves, Spaghetti or crusty bread. This recipe serves 4 with 420 calories per serving.
Chicken Parmesan takes 20 minutes total at 400°F. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve over spaghetti or with crusty bread.
This recipe is rated Medium. It serves 4 and takes just 20 minutes at 400°F.
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