Description
Crispy panko-Parmesan chicken cutlets air-fried to perfection, topped with marinara and mozzarella for a healthy Italian classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb), sliced into 4 cutlets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil
Instructions
1. Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Pat chicken dry.
2. Dredge: flour, egg, panko mix.
3. Air fry 5 min per side.
4. Top with sauce and cheese; fry 2-3 min more.
5. Rest and serve.
Notes
Gluten-free: Use GF panko/flour.
Make ahead: Bread and freeze uncooked.
Reheat in air fryer for crispiness.
Pairs with pasta or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg