{"id":34584,"date":"2023-02-02T19:29:07","date_gmt":"2023-02-03T00:29:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/?p=34584"},"modified":"2023-02-02T19:29:07","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T00:29:07","slug":"air-fryer-chicken-parmesan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/2023\/02\/02\/air-fryer-chicken-parmesan\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f9a72b\">Classic chicken parmesan is often time-consuming and messy to make, but this <strong>Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan recipe<\/strong> lets you make your favorite Italian dish in under 20 minutes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Air-Fryer-Chicken-Parmesan-7-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Air fryer chicken parmesan and green salad on a plate. \" class=\"wp-image-34588\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-70f3d7d2\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M478.21 334.093L336 256l142.21-78.093c11.795-6.477 15.961-21.384 9.232-33.037l-19.48-33.741c-6.728-11.653-21.72-15.499-33.227-8.523L296 186.718l3.475-162.204C299.763 11.061 288.937 0 275.48 0h-38.96c-13.456 0-24.283 11.061-23.994 24.514L216 186.718 77.265 102.607c-11.506-6.976-26.499-3.13-33.227 8.523l-19.48 33.741c-6.728 11.653-2.562 26.56 9.233 33.037L176 256 33.79 334.093c-11.795 6.477-15.961 21.384-9.232 33.037l19.48 33.741c6.728 11.653 21.721 15.499 33.227 8.523L216 325.282l-3.475 162.204C212.237 500.939 223.064 512 236.52 512h38.961c13.456 0 24.283-11.061 23.995-24.514L296 325.282l138.735 84.111c11.506 6.976 26.499 3.13 33.227-8.523l19.48-33.741c6.728-11.653 2.563-26.559-9.232-33.036z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0071a1\"><a>What you&#8217;ll love about this recipe:&nbsp;<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ready in under 20 minutes. <\/strong>Each batch of chicken takes just 5 minutes to cook, so dinner is ready fast! Plus cleanup is a breeze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Amazing Texture. <\/strong>Crispy breading, gooey mozzarella cheese, and tender, juicy chicken. What more can you ask for?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Healthier comfort food. <\/strong>Air fried chicken parmesan uses less oil, but has all the classic, comforting flavor you love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/41fUyfS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/NEW-eBook-2-1200x1200.jpg\" alt=\"Air fryer chicken ebook on sale now!\" class=\"wp-image-34891\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make the best chicken parm in your air fryer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes being a foodie means experimenting with trendy new concepts and exploring global flavors, but other times it\u2019s as simple as appreciating tried and true classics in their purest form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chicken parmesan might not be trendy or exciting, but it always seems to hit the spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s just something about the bubbly melted cheese, crispy breaded chicken, and the warm and comforting flavors that make this dish so irresistible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Air-Fryer-Chicken-Parmesan-2-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Prepping chicken parmesan: breaded chicken cutlets, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese on a white platter.\" class=\"wp-image-34585\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chicken cutlets <\/strong>or boneless, skinless chicken breasts that have been <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laurafuentes.com\/butterfly-chicken-breast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">butterflied<\/span><\/a> and pounded with a meat mallet to about 1\/4-inch. Remember, the thinner the chicken, the more tender it will be and the more surface area there will be for breading! Plus, thin cutlets will cook faster and more evenly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mayonnaise. <\/strong>Mayo helps the breading stick to the chicken with far less work than using eggs and oil!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shredded Parmesan<\/strong> or Romano cheese. Using shredded cheese instead of grated will give you the best texture and flavor. If you only have grated though, it\u2019s totally ok!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Italian-seasoned panko breadcrumbs. <\/strong>For the ultimate crunch! You can also use plain Panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of dried Italian seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marinara Sauce or Pasta sauce. <\/strong>I love the flavor of Trader Joe\u2019s tomato-basil sauce, but you can use your favorite jarred sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mozzarella cheese. <\/strong>For the best results, use low moisture mozzarella and slice it yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2493cfd4\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xml:space=\"preserve\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" y=\"0px\" x=\"0px\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M23.6,5c-1.2,0-2.3,1.1-2.3,2.4v85.3c0,2,2.6,3.1,4.1,1.7L50,69.7l24.6,24.6c1.5,1.5,4.1,0.3,4.1-1.6V7.4  c0-1.3-1.1-2.4-2.4-2.4H23.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Foodie Tips and Variations<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crank up the flavor<\/strong> with Italian seasoning, pizza seasoning, or crushed red pepper flakes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Layer <strong>prosciutto<\/strong> and\/or <strong>fresh basil <\/strong>under the cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swap out the chicken breasts for boneless, skinless <strong>chicken thighs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/air-fryer-chicken-parmesan-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spreading sauce onto chicken cutlets. \" class=\"wp-image-34593\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Air-Fryer-Chicken-Parmesan-4-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"air fryer chicken parmesan with melted mozzarella cheese. \" class=\"wp-image-34586\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to make it<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spread <\/strong>the chicken with a thin layer of mayonnaise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coat <\/strong>with breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Air Fry <\/strong>until the chicken cutlets are crisp and golden brown and reach an internal temp of 165\u00baF.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top<\/strong> with sauce and cheese, leaving some parts uncovered. This will ensure you have some super crispy bits around the edges!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Return to the air fryer<\/strong> and cook until the cheese is melted and gooey.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f5f5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-dcee5fd8\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm92.49 313l-20 25a16 16 0 01-22.49 2.5l-67-49.72a40 40 0 01-15-31.23V112a16 16 0 0116-16h32a16 16 0 0116 16v144l58 42.5a16 16 0 012.49 22.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"handy-tip-prepare-ahead\" style=\"color:#eb5f11\">Time Saving Quick Tip!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This quick air fryer chicken parmesan recipe is based on my easy air fryer cutlets. You can speed things up even more by using frozen chicken cutlets. Follow my method for making <a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-frozen-breaded-chicken-breasts\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">red bag chicken in the air fryer<\/span><\/a>, then pick this recipe up at Step 7.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to serve with air fryer chicken parmesan<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>with spaghetti or your favorite pasta and jarred marinara sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>over zucchini noodles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>over cheesy polenta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>on a hard roll<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>with a salad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>with my favorite garlicky air fryer broccoli<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>with garlic bread or breadsticks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/air-fryer-chicken-parmesan-2-1-1200x1800.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken parmesan in an air fryer basket. \" class=\"wp-image-34594\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong>Frequently asked questions <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632692599561\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>Can I make this air fryer chicken ahead?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This recipe is best served immediately, so I don&#8217;t recommend making it in advance. You can get a jump start on things by making the breaded chicken cutlets ahead of time though, then just top them with <em>sauce<\/em> and cheese when you&#8217;re ready to eat. <br\/><br\/>If the cutlets have been in the refrigerator, add a minute or two to the cooking time to ensure they&#8217;re completely warmed through.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632695442839\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How should I store and reheat leftovers?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Keep in mind that the breading will lose some of it&#8217;s crispness once it&#8217;s refrigerated.<br\/><br\/>To reheat in the air fryer (my preferred method), preheat your air fryer to 360\u00baF and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the chicken parm is warmed through and the cheese has remelted.<br\/>You can also reheat this recipe in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, but it will not be as crispy.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632695603958\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Why should I use low moisture mozzarella?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Low moisture mozzarella is the BEST when it comes to melting &#8212; even better than fresh mozzarella! It has a denser texture that doesn&#8217;t release as much water as it heats up, resulting in super stretchy, melty goodness. It&#8217;s also my cheese of choice for homemade pizza! Look for it in the dairy case, near the blocks of cheddar.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1655327228723\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is air fryer chicken parmesan healthy?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Using an air fryer instead of pan frying the chicken means you can make this recipe with less oil.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1675382600851\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is this a traditional Italian recipe?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Chicken parmesan is an Italian-American creation, and you&#8217;re unlikely to find it on any menus in Italy. It&#8217;s similar to traditional <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Melanzane_alla_Parmigiana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">melanzane alla Parmigiana<\/a>,<\/span> which is made with breaded and fried eggplant.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More air fryer recipes you might like:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-nashville-hot-chicken\"><strong>Air fryer Nashville hot chicken<\/strong><\/a> sandwiches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-potato-croquettes\"><strong>Air Fryer Potato Croquettes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-mac-and-cheese-recipe\"><strong>Smoky Air Fryer Mac and Cheese<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-frozen-breaded-chicken-breasts\"><strong>How to Make Aldi Red Bag Chicken in the Air Fryer<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fry-chicken-drumsticks\"><strong>How to Air Fry Chicken Drumsticks<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-frozen-sweet-potato-fries\"><strong>How to Air Fry Frozen Sweet Potato Fries<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Air-Fryer-Chicken-Parmesan-8-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of chicken parm plated with a green salad.\" class=\"wp-image-34589\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan makes this classic recipe easier than ever. 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