Crispy Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
Crispy Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan is a delightful and healthier take on a beloved classic. This dish combines tender, air-fried eggplant with layers of rich marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese, all without the excess oil of traditional frying methods. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, it’s quick to prepare and easy to make, making it ideal for any occasion. With its satisfying crunch and savory flavors, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends while keeping your meal light and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Olive oil spray
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each eggplant slice in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spritz the air fryer basket with olive oil spray and arrange the coated slices in a single layer. Lightly spritz the tops.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- In an oven-safe dish, layer marinara sauce, cooked eggplants, and mozzarella cheese until all ingredients are used.
- Return to the air fryer for an additional 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg