Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan for Two
Are you searching for a quick and easy recipe to make in your air fryer? Look no further than this chicken parmesan dish! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a delicious meal for two in no time.
This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something tasty but don’t have the time or energy to put in a lot of effort. It’s also great for a date night at home or a cozy dinner for two. The chicken comes out juicy on the inside, and the combination of Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder gives it a delicious, savory flavor. Top it off with some marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, and you have a classic chicken parmesan dish that’s sure to impress.
Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it’s also a healthier alternative to traditional chicken parmesan that’s fried in oil. By using an air fryer, you can achieve that same gilled texture without all the extra calories and fat. Plus, the air fryer is much quicker and more convenient than heating up your oven or frying pan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (6-oz) boneless, skinless, chicken breast
- 1/8 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Olive Oil Spray
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Wash and pat chicken dry. Butterfly and tenderize. Cut into sections to fit air fryer.
Preheat air fryer to 360°F
Sprinkle 1/4 tsp salt and pepper on both sides of chicken.
Brush melted butter on both sides of chicken.
In a small bowl, combine Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Mix well.
Dip chicken in cheese mixture so it is coated on both sides. Sprinkle leftover mixture evenly over chicken pieces.
Place coated chicken inside air fryer, spaced 1/2” apart. Spray with olive oil spray.
Air fry for 6 minutes. Then, flip chicken over. Top with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
Air fry an additional 3 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve warm.
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Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan for Two
This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something tasty but don't have the time or energy to put in a lot of effort.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (6-oz) boneless, skinless, chicken beast
- 1/8 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Olive Oil Spray
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Wash and pat chicken dry. Butterfly and tenderize. Cut into sections to fit air fryer.
- Preheat air fryer to 360°F.
- Sprinkle 1/4 tsp salt and pepper on both sides of chicken.
- Brush melted butter on both sides of chicken.
- In a small bowl, combine Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and remaining 1/4 tsp salt. Mix well.
- Dip chicken in cheese mixture so it is coated on both sides. Sprinkle leftover mixture evenly over chicken pieces.
- Place coated chicken inside air fryer, spaced 1/2” apart. Spray with olive oil spray.
- Air fry for 6 minutes. Then, flip chicken over. Top with marinara sauce and mozzarella.
- Air fry an additional 3 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve warm
