Certainly! Here’s a recipe for making air fryer chicken Parmesan:
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 1 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the chicken.
- In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the breading mixture.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken breast into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, and then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Press the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to make sure they adhere well.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not touching. You may need to cook them in batches.
- Air fry the chicken at 375°F (190°C) for about 12-15 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through the cooking time. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tomato sauce by mixing together the marinara sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper in a small saucepan. Heat it over low heat until warmed through.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the air fryer.
- Spoon a portion of the tomato sauce over each chicken breast, and then top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Return the chicken to the air fryer and air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Carefully remove the chicken Parmesan from the air fryer and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
- Serve the air-fried chicken Parmesan hot, either on its own or over cooked pasta or with a side of garlic bread.
Enjoy your delicious and crispy air-fried chicken Parmesan with gooey melted cheese and tangy tomato sauce!
