Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Veggies

Easy Sheet Pan Style Dinner Made Right in the Air Fryer

Make a delicious, flavorful dinner in just a few simple steps with this Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Veggies. You get tender chicken, crispy parmesan coating, and perfectly cooked vegetables — all in one batch.

We tested this recipe in both the Cosori Pro II and the TurboBlaze, and it consistently cooks in 10–15 minutes at 380°F when ingredients are properly prepped, preheated, and spread evenly.

This is a perfect weeknight dinner and works beautifully for meal prep.

Ingredients and Supplies

Ingredients:

• Boneless skinless chicken thighs
• Zucchini
• Yellow squash
• Flour
• Egg
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Breadcrumbs
• Italian seasoning

Supplies:

• Oil sprayer
• Large zip-top bag
• Small bowl
• Cutting board and knife
• Parchment liner (optional)
• Air fryer (tested in Cosori Pro II)

Vegetable Swap Ideas (Onion Included!)

One of the best parts about this recipe is how flexible it is. A reader recently added onion and loved the flavor — and that’s a great addition.

Vegetables that work especially well with the parmesan coating:

• Onion (slice thick so it doesn’t burn)
• Bell peppers
• Asparagus
• Green beans
• Broccoli florets (small pieces)
• Baby red potatoes (cut small or par-cook first)
• Mushrooms (pat very dry before coating)

Keep in mind:

• High-moisture vegetables (zucchini, squash, mushrooms) may slightly extend cook time.
• Dense vegetables (like potatoes) may need a head start or smaller cuts.
• Cut vegetables to similar thickness so they cook evenly.

How to Make Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Veggies

Step 1: Prep the Chicken and Veggies

Cut chicken into strips. Slice zucchini and squash evenly and not too thick.

Add chicken and vegetables to a zip-top bag.

Pro Tip for Zucchini: Zucchini (and squash) holds a LOT of moisture. Lay slices on a clean kitchen towel for about 10 minutes per side or gently pat dry before coating. This reduces excess moisture and keeps cook time consistent.

Step 2: Coat Everything

Add flour to the bag and shake to coat.

Whisk egg separately and add to the bag. Shake again.

Add parmesan, breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning. Seal and shake until evenly coated.

Step 3: Preheat and Air Fry

Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3–5 minutes before adding the chicken.
Starting with a hot basket helps the coating crisp properly and keeps cook time consistent.

Lightly spray the basket with oil. Add chicken and veggies in a single layer. Do not overcrowd. Separate any pieces touching.

Spray tops lightly with oil.

Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 10–15 minutes.

Check at 10 minutes. Continue cooking until:

• Chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature
• Coating is golden
• Vegetables are tender

Depending on your air fryer model, basket size, ingredient thickness, and moisture content, total cook time may extend to 20–30 minutes.

Important Cook Time Notes (Model Variations)

We tested this recipe in a Cosori Pro II and TurboBlaze and consistently reached doneness in 10–15 minutes at 380°F when preheated.

Some larger basket models (such as the Philips XXL 1750W) may require additional cook time, especially if:

• The zucchini releases excess moisture (it can “steam” before it fries)
• The basket is crowded
• The layer is thick instead of spread out or pieces are stuck together too much.
• The unit runs slightly cooler than the displayed temperature

Always cook to temperature and visual doneness rather than relying strictly on time.

Internal Temperature

Use a meat thermometer or instant-read thermometer to confirm the thickest part of the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).

Flavor Variations

Keep the flour + egg base but change the seasonings:

• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Dried oregano
• Dried parsley
• Dried thyme
• Black pepper
• Salt

Sides to Serve With This Recipe

• Easy Homemade Breadsticks
• Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks
• Everyday Salad
• Seven Layer Salad

Final Thoughts

This Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Veggies recipe is protein-packed, flavorful, and incredibly flexible. Whether you’re meal prepping or making a fast weeknight dinner, it delivers crispy coating and tender chicken every time.

Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Veggies

Air fryer parmesan crusted chicken and veggies is a great way to enjoy a healthy meal in no time at all!

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Print Pin Rate

Prep Time: 7 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes minutes

Serves: 4

Adjust Servings: 4

US CustomaryMetric

Equipment

• Oil sprayer
• Large ziplock bag
• Small bowl
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Parchment Paper
• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1 - 1.5 lb Chicken thighs boneless skinless
• 1 Zucchini
• 1 Yellow squash
• ⅛ cup Flour
• 1 Egg
• ¼ cup Parmesan
• ½ cup Breadcrumbs
• Italian seasoning to taste

Instructions

• Chop the chicken into strips
• Slice the zucchini, and squash into slices.
• Add the chicken, zucchini, and squash in a ziplock bag.
• Add the flour to the bag. Close the bag. Shake to cover everything in flour.
• Whisk together 1 egg. Add to the bag. Close and shake to cover everything in egg.
• Add in the parmesan, breadcrumbs, and italian seasoning to the bag. Close and shake.
• Preheat the air fryer to 380 F for 5 minutes.
• Spray the air fryer basket lightly with oil.
• Place the mixture in the air fryer basket and spread it out evenly. Use a spatula to separate any pieces that are stuck together for more even cooking. Spray food lightly with oil.
• Air fry at 380 degrees F for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through and golden. Chicken should reach 165 internal temp. Air fryers vary - time can be longer. Check it often after the 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 22g | Sodium: 307mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g