Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan (Printable Version)
Crispy chicken with savory Parmesan and mozzarella, cooked quickly in an air fryer for a tasty dinner.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Poultry
01 -
1 boneless skinless chicken breast
→ Egg Wash
02 -
2 large eggs
→ Breading
03 -
180 ml Panko bread crumbs
04 -
30 ml grated Parmesan cheese
05 -
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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¾ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon paprika
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Topping
09 -
60 ml tomato sauce
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120 ml shredded mozzarella cheese
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15 ml grated Parmesan cheese
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Set the air fryer to 200°C and allow it to preheat.
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Butterfly the chicken breast by slicing it horizontally to create two thinner pieces; pat dry with a paper towel.
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Whisk the eggs together in a shallow dish until fully blended.
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Combine Panko bread crumbs, 30 ml Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, paprika, and black pepper in a separate shallow dish.
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Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off, then firmly coat both sides with the Panko mixture.
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Spray the air fryer basket with non-aerosol oil spray. Also, spray both sides of the breaded chicken with oil.
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Place chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 5 minutes per side until lightly golden.
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Top each chicken piece with tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella. Sprinkle the remaining 15 ml Parmesan evenly, then cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the cheese melts and internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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Remove from air fryer and serve immediately, optionally accompanied by pasta or fresh salad.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for optimal flavor. Cooking times may vary depending on chicken thickness and air fryer model.