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Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Crispy Parmesan-crusted chicken cooked in the air fryer and finished with marinara and melted mozzarella.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts butterfly sliced in half to make 4 pieces
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 eggs eggs whisked
  • 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs or Italian panko
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup marinara
  • 1 cup mozzarella
  • fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • shallow plates or shallow dishes
  • Small Bowl
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  2. On a shallow plate, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk the two eggs until combined and set aside.
  4. On a second shallow plate, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
  5. Working with one chicken piece at a time, dredge it in the seasoned flour, shake off excess, dip into the beaten eggs, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat thoroughly.
  6. Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces; spray the basket lightly with nonstick spray if desired to prevent sticking.
  7. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, flipping the chicken once halfway through.
  8. Top each cooked chicken piece with about 1/4 cup marinara and 1/4 cup mozzarella, then return to the air fryer and cook 1 more minute or until the cheese is melted and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Remove from the air fryer and garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; place chicken in a single layer with space between pieces.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.