Description
Discover a quick, healthy twist on the beloved Italian favorite with Crispy Healthy Chicken Parmesan. This air‑fryer recipe creates a golden, crunchy coating without deep‑frying, keeping the chicken tender and low in calories. Packed with protein, melted mozzarella, and a rich marinara sauce, it delivers classic comfort in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal‑prepping, or family gatherings, this dish offers satisfying flavor, texture, and nutrition for a balanced diet. Enjoy daily!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix panko, parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts with mixture.
- Air fry 12‑15 minutes, flip halfway.
- Top with marinara and mozzarella; air fry 3‑5 more minutes.
- Garnish with basil and serve.
Notes
- For extra crispness
- lightly spray the coated chicken with cooking spray before air frying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 servings
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
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