Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Parmesan
This Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Parmesan is a game-changer! Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, it's perfect for busy weeknights and impressing guests.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices low-moisture mozzarella cheese melts beautifully
- 8 leaves fresh basil adds flavor
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs for coating
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning for flavor enhancement
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder adds depth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese for breadcrumb mixture
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt for seasoning
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper for spice
- ½ cup all-purpose flour to help breadcrumbs adhere
- 2 large eggs acts as binder
- 1 cup marinara sauce for serving
- to taste sliced fresh basil optional garnish
Instructions
Cooking Instructions:
- Step 1: Prepare the Chicken - Pound chicken between plastic wrap to ½ inch thickness for even cooking.
- Step 2: Stuff the Chicken - Place mozzarella and basil on each breast, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Step 3: Set Up Breading Stations - Prepare flour with salt and pepper, beaten eggs, and combine Panko with seasonings and Parmesan in separate bowls.
- Step 4: Bread the Chicken - Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with Panko mixture.
- Step 5: Preheat the Air Fryer - Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
- Step 6: Cook the Chicken - Spray basket, place chicken, and cook for 12-15 minutes until cooked through at 165°F (75°C).
- Step 7: Serve with Sauce - Let rest, serve with marinara, and garnish with basil if desired.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Meat Mallet or Rolling Pin
- Shallow bowls
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Cooking Spray
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of similar size for even cooking.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil, using less.
- Panko breadcrumbs offer superior crunch compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- Experiment with different marinara sauce varieties for extra flavor.