Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Crispy Healthy Chicken Parmesan – Air Fryer Recipe, a lighter take on the classic dish that you won’t want to miss. This recipe delivers perfectly crispy chicken cutlets with a golden-brown crust and juicy interior, all while being quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this healthier version retains all the mouthwatering flavors of traditional chicken parmesan without the guilt. Pair it with your favorite sides or enjoy it solo for a protein-packed meal that even kids will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) chicken breasts (cut into cutlets)
- 2 cups seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2–3 large eggs
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F.
- In a shallow bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and seasonings. In another bowl, whisk eggs.
- Pat chicken dry, dip in egg wash, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange chicken in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes, flip, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Top each cutlet with tomato sauce and mozzarella; cook for an additional 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg