Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan Cozy Crispy Weeknight Favorite
This Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan is a perfect easy dinner option. Enjoy crispy eggplant slices with a savory breaded crust, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or family dinner favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Air Fryer Recipes
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 eggplant
- 1 egg whisked
- 1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Slice the eggplant into 1/4 inch thick pieces and arrange them in a colander or on a baking sheet, then sprinkle with salt and leave for 15 minutes.
- Set the air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit to preheat.
- Pour the whisked egg into one shallow bowl and combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried basil in another shallow bowl.
- Dip each eggplant slice first into the egg, then thoroughly coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, spraying lightly with oil halfway through and turning the slices.
- Spoon a teaspoon of marinara sauce on each slice and top with shredded mozzarella.
- Close the air fryer and cook for an additional minute, then turn off the air fryer and allow the cheese to melt for another minute before serving.
Notes
- Salt the eggplant and let it rest for 15 minutes before cooking to reduce moisture and prevent sogginess
- Use shallow bowls to make dipping easier
- Preheating the air fryer improves breading crispiness
- Spray oil midway through cooking for a golden crust
- Avoid overcrowding the basket to prevent steaming
- cook in batches if needed
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in a preheated air fryer at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 2 to 3 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 173 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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