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Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan over Spaghetti Squash
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Shallow Bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Olive oil spray
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Lightly spray the cut sides of the spaghetti squash with olive oil spray and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place the halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast in a 375°F oven for 35 to 40 minutes until the flesh shreds easily with a fork.
  • While the squash cooks, set up a breading station. Mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Dip each eggplant round first in the beaten eggs, then coat it evenly in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Lightly spray both sides of the breaded eggplant with olive oil spray. Arrange the slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed. Air fry at 375°F for 12 to 14 minutes, flipping halfway, until the coating is golden and crisp.
  • Warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan or microwave. Once the squash is done, shred the flesh into strands with a fork and divide it among four plates.
  • Top each portion of squash with several pieces of crispy eggplant. Spoon marinara sauce over the eggplant, sprinkle with shredded mozzarella, and return the plates to the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts. Finish with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

Shred the spaghetti squash right after roasting so it stays fluffy rather than watery. If your eggplant slices are thicker than half an inch, add two extra minutes to the air fryer time to keep the center tender. Leftovers reheat best in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes to restore crispness to the eggplant.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Equipment: Air Fryer, Baking Sheet, Shallow Bowls