Description
Crispy, juicy chicken cutlets breaded with Parmesan and gluten-free crumbs, topped with melty mozzarella and marinara, air-fried to perfection. A healthier twist on Italian comfort food.
Ingredients
2 (8 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts
¼ cup shredded Parmesan
1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (or panko + 1 tsp Italian seasoning)
2 large eggs
½ cup marinara sauce
½ cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
Instructions
Cut chicken breasts lengthwise into 4 cutlets
Pound each to ½-inch thickness between plastic wrap
Mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan in a shallow dish
Whisk eggs in a separate bowl
Dip cutlet in egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture on both sides
Preheat air fryer to 360°F for 3 minutes
Arrange cutlets in single layer in basket; air fry 6 minutes without flipping
Flip cutlets, add 1 tbsp marinara and 1 tbsp mozzarella to each, cook 3-4 minutes until cheese melts
Repeat in batches if needed
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F internal temp
Add fresh basil/mozzarella for a caprese twist
Best served with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg