The whole family is going to love this air fryer eggplant recipe because it’s a simple way to enjoy a meatless Monday. Introduce the kids to crispy eggplant, and get ready for them to want even more! This just might be a new favorite way to add breaded eggplant into your meal planning rotation. When it comes to air fryer recipes, this crispy air fryer eggplant parmesan recipe is crazy good - and crazy simple. The best part of this dish is that air frying creates a super fast cooking time as well!
Ingredients:
Eggplant - You’re going to want to make a quarter inch slices. Eggs - Used as the main binding agent for the eggplant rounds. Italian seasoned breadcrumbs - The perfect mixture to coat a slice of eggplant. All-purpose flour - Adds texture and crispiness as you dredge eggplant slices. Grated parmesan cheese - Perfect for adding flavor. Garlic powder - You could use onion powder as well. Kosher salt Ground black pepper Marinara sauce - Like Prego’s marinara sauce, makes the full recipe and great for dipping sauce. Shredded mozzarella cheese - The perfect melty cheese.
How to Air Fry Eggplant Parmesan
I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8 qt. air fryer or 6.8 quart air fryer. Depending on your air fryer, size and wattages, cooking time may need to be adjusted 1-2 minutes.
Variations
Combine panko with the breadcrumbs - The thick slices of eggplant are also great with a panko mixture! Once you dip them in the egg mixture, the panko is perfect for sticking to the eggplant skin. Use almond flour - If you want to dip eggplant slices in almond flour, do so! You can make these breaded eggplant slices versatile. Use tomato sauce - Marinara is delicious, but tomato sauce and cheese are good, too. Pair up with a protein - Why not make this into an air fryer chicken parmesan dish? Add some cooked chicken, and you’re set! Add more Italian seasoning - Add more flavor and taste to your bread crumbs. You can also add fresh basil!
How to Serve
Be sure to scroll to the recipe card below for step-by-step instructions. This easy air-fried eggplant is served simply by removing it from the basket of your air fryer and adding some cheese and marinara to the top of the eggplant!
How to Store
If you have leftovers, consider yourself lucky! You can easily enjoy this flavor and taste it again. Let the slices of eggplant cool down, and then store them in an airtight container. Keep chilled in the fridge until you’re ready to eat. For the best results, eat within 1-2 days. To reheat, use your air fryer or microwave - either option.
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