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Easy Olive Garden Air Fryer Lasagna Fritta Copycat

This Air Fryer Lasagna Fritta is a fun and crispy twist on a classic Italian favorite, inspired by Olive Garden’s version. Creamy ricotta filling is rolled inside lasagna noodles, coated with breadcrumbs, and air-fried to a crispy golden brown. It's a delicious appetizer or snack with the same rich taste but without the hassle of deep-frying!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
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Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Italian, Italian-American
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

For the Lasagna Fritta

  • 8 lasagna noodles 0.5 lb, cooked al dente
  • 1 cup 0.5 lb ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup 0.25 lb shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup 0.12 lb grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For Breading

  • 1 cup 0.5 lb all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 ½ cups 0.75 lb breadcrumbs (use panko for extra crunch)

For Frying and Serving

  • Cooking spray or light olive oil spray
  • Marinara sauce for dipping
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.

Step 2: Assemble the Lasagna Rolls

  • Lay the cooked lasagna noodles flat on a clean surface. Spread 2–3 tablespoons of the ricotta mixture evenly over each noodle.
  • Roll up each noodle tightly, then slice each roll in half to create smaller, bite-sized rolls.

Step 3: Bread the Rolls

  • Set up a breading station with three bowls:
  • One for flour
  • One for beaten eggs
  • One for breadcrumbs
  • Dip each lasagna roll in flour, then egg, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick.

Step 4: Air Fry the Lasagna Fritta

  • Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Place the breaded lasagna rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray the tops with cooking spray.
  • Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

  • Remove the lasagna fritta from the air fryer and let them cool slightly.
  • Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Substitutions: Use spinach in the ricotta filling for extra flavor or swap Parmesan for Romano cheese.
  • Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ricotta filling or serve with spicy marinara.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes.
  • Baking Option: Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes if you don't have an air fryer.
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