Description:
These air fryer chicken Parmesan sliders are a fun and delicious twist on a classic dish. Crispy chicken cutlets, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella are layered in slider buns for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Preparation Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into small cutlets
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
For the Sliders:
- 8 slider buns, toasted
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Arrange the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and fully cooked.
- Assemble the Sliders:
- Place each chicken cutlet on a toasted slider bun. Top with marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Melt the Cheese:
- Return the assembled sliders to the air fryer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm with additional marinara sauce on the side.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
Notes:
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns for a gluten-free option.
- Add a slice of fresh tomato or spinach for extra flavor.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to regain crispiness.
Enjoy these tasty and satisfying air fryer chicken Parmesan sliders—a perfect bite-sized indulgence! 🥪✨