Crispy Healthy Chicken Parmesan – Air Fryer Recipe
If you’re craving a healthier version of a classic dish, try this Crispy Healthy Chicken Parmesan – Air Fryer Recipe. This family-friendly meal combines tender chicken cutlets with a perfectly crispy panko crust, all made in the air fryer for a guilt-free indulgence. With just 20 minutes from prep to plate, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Top it off with rich tomato sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, and you’ve got a dish that impresses without the fuss. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or your favorite pasta for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) chicken breasts – cut into cutlets
- 2 cups seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2–3 large eggs
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped basil and parsley for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
- In one bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk eggs.
- Pat chicken dry and dip into the egg mixture followed by breadcrumb mix, ensuring even coating.
- Spray air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange coated chicken cutlets in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes on each side.
- Add tomato sauce and mozzarella on top of each cutlet; cook for an additional 2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 180mg