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Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara

Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara features a shatteringly crisp panko crust, tender chicken, and bubbling mozzarella crowned with tangy marinara. A hint of Parmesan and crushed red pepper adds depth and gentle heat, making each bite balanced and satisfying. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal when you want comfort without the heaviness of deep-frying.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

39 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
52 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
3 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair
53 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
2 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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15
Heart Health
50
Metabolic
28
Digestive
21
Inflammatory
49
Performance
33
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    On a cutting board, butterfly the chicken by cutting each breast in half widthwise to make 4 thin pieces; season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper.

  3. 3

    Place the flour, egg, and panko in 3 separate shallow dishes.

  4. 4

    Add the Parmesan, oil, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder to the panko; stir to coat.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the flour; stir to combine.

  6. 6

    Working with 1 chicken piece at a time, dredge the chicken in the flour; shake off the excess.

  7. 7

    Dip in the egg; let the excess drip off.

  8. 8

    Dredge in the panko mixture to coat; place on a plate.

  9. 9

    Preheat a 6-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 2 minutes.

  10. 10

    Working in two batches, add 2 chicken cutlets to the air fryer basket in a single layer.

  11. 11

    Cook until the chicken is golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.

  12. 12

    Top each chicken piece with 1/4 cup marinara and 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.

  13. 13

    Snugly arrange all 4 breasts in a single layer in the air fryer basket; cook at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) until the cheese is melted and browned and a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165 degrees F (73 degrees C), 2 to 3 minutes.

  14. 14

    Recipe developed by Amanda Stanfield.

About This Recipe

Air Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Eggs. Each serving provides about 583.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Eggs, Garlic Powder. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara?
About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 583.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 14 steps.
Is Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara healthy?
Air-Fried Chicken Parm with Marinara has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 583.01 calories and 46.14 g of protein, or 92% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1390.84 mg (60% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.38 g (32% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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