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Chicken Parmesan
40 min.
Medium
Medium
A lighter take on the classic Italian Chicken Parmesan (Chicken Parmigiana). This air fryer version delivers a crispy, golden crust with melted cheese and rich tomato sauce, keeping all the traditional flavors while using less oil.
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Chicken breast cutlets
2 large chicken breasts (halved horizontally into cutlets) - (for Chicken)
Salt
Salt to taste - (for Chicken)
Black pepper
Black pepper to taste - (for Chicken)
Panko breadcrumbs
1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko) - (for Chicken)
Grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese - (for Chicken)
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder - (for Chicken)
Dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried oregano - (for Chicken)
Paprika
1/2 teaspoon paprika - (for Chicken)
Egg
2 eggs - (for Chicken)
All-purpose flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour - (for Chicken)
Tomato sauce
1 cup tomato sauce (homemade or high quality)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons extra Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil leaves
Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Cooking oil spray
Cooking spray or oil spray
40 min.
Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Prepare 3 bowls: Flour, Beaten eggs, Breadcrumb mixture: Breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Garlic powder, Oregano, Paprika
Coat each piece in flour. Dip into eggs. Coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to help it stick well.
Preheat air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3–5 minutes. Lightly spray the chicken with oil. Place in the basket (do not overcrowd). Cook 10 minutes, flip, then cook another 5–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
Remove chicken and top with: 2–3 tablespoons tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese, and Extra Parmesan. Return to the air fryer for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.
Garnish with fresh basil. Serve with pasta, salad, or toasted bread.
Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer for even crispiness. Spray a little more oil for a deeper golden color. Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.
Serving:
4
40 min.
Medium
Medium
A lighter take on the classic Italian Chicken Parmesan (Chicken Parmigiana). This air fryer version delivers a crispy, golden crust with melted cheese and rich tomato sauce, keeping all the traditional flavors while using less oil.
Chicken breast cutlets
2 large chicken breasts (halved horizontally into cutlets) - (for Chicken)
Salt
Salt to taste - (for Chicken)
Black pepper
Black pepper to taste - (for Chicken)
Panko breadcrumbs
1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko) - (for Chicken)
Grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese - (for Chicken)
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder - (for Chicken)
Dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried oregano - (for Chicken)
Paprika
1/2 teaspoon paprika - (for Chicken)
Egg
2 eggs - (for Chicken)
All-purpose flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour - (for Chicken)
Tomato sauce
1 cup tomato sauce (homemade or high quality)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons extra Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil leaves
Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Cooking oil spray
Cooking spray or oil spray
40 min.
Slice chicken breasts into thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Prepare 3 bowls: Flour, Beaten eggs, Breadcrumb mixture: Breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Garlic powder, Oregano, Paprika
Coat each piece in flour. Dip into eggs. Coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to help it stick well.
Preheat air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3–5 minutes. Lightly spray the chicken with oil. Place in the basket (do not overcrowd). Cook 10 minutes, flip, then cook another 5–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
Remove chicken and top with: 2–3 tablespoons tomato sauce, Mozzarella cheese, and Extra Parmesan. Return to the air fryer for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.
Garnish with fresh basil. Serve with pasta, salad, or toasted bread.
Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer for even crispiness. Spray a little more oil for a deeper golden color. Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.
Serving:
4
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