Ingredients
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2 (8-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, patted dry
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
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1/3 cup all purpose flour
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1 1/2 cups seasoned panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 cup jarred marinara sauce, plus more for serving
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1 cup shredded low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella cheese
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
![Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan ingredients on a counter]()
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On a cutting board, butterfly chicken by cutting each breast in half widthwise to create 4 thin pieces of chicken; season both sides with 1/2
teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper.![Seasoned chicken on a cutting board next to a chicken breast and a knife]()
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Place flour, egg, and panko in 3 separate shallow dishes. Add Parmesan, oil, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder to panko; stir to coat. Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to flour; stir to combine. Working with 1 chicken piece at a time, dredge chicken in flour; shake off excess. Dip in egg; let excess drip off. Dredge in panko mixture to coat; place on a plate.
![Chicken being breaded in flour, egg wash and breadcrumbs, and on a cutting board]()
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Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 2 minutes. Working in two batches, add 2 chicken cutlets to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook until chicken is golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
![Breaded chicken in an air fryer and on a platter]()
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Top each chicken piece with 1/4 cup marinara and 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.
![Chicken topped with sauce and shredded cheese in an air fryer]()
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Snugly fit all 4 breasts in a single layer in air fryer basket; cook at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) until cheese is melted and browned and a thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of chicken registers 165 degrees F (73 degrees C), 2 to 3 minutes.
![Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan in an air fryer]()
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 582 | Calories |
| 18g | Fat |
| 45g | Carbs |
| 57g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 582 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 18g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 22% |
| Cholesterol 201mg | 67% |
| Sodium 1263mg | 55% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 57g | 113% |
| Vitamin C 1mg | 2% |
| Calcium 450mg | 35% |
| Iron 5mg | 26% |
| Potassium 676mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
