Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
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Crispy, cheesy, and lighter than the classic—this air fryer Eggplant Parm is your shortcut to comfort without the heavy frying. Perfect for a cozy lunch or easy weeknight dinner, this version gives you that golden crunch and melty goodness using far less oil.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
Directions:
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Ingredients (Serves 4):
- ½ cup Italian-style bread crumbs
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup marinara sauce (or more to taste)
- 8 slices mozzarella cheese (or enough to cover each round)
Directions:
- In one shallow bowl, mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
- Set up two more shallow bowls: one with flour and one with the beaten eggs.
- Dip each eggplant slice in flour, then egg, then coat with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Let them rest on a tray for 5 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 370°F.
- Arrange the breaded eggplant slices in the air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd—work in batches if needed). Cook for 8–10 minutes, flip, and cook another 4–6 minutes until crispy.
- Top each round with a spoonful of marinara and a slice of mozzarella. Return to the air fryer for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Serve hot and enjoy that golden, gooey perfection!
This recipe was sourced from All Recipes. For more delectable dishes, browse through our Cooking & Recipes forum; you can also share your own recipes!
