Description
Air fryer chicken cutlets are a quick and easy way to enjoy a crispy, delicious meal without all the oil. This recipe delivers perfectly cooked, extra crispy chicken every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced into cutlets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with a fork.
- Dip each chicken cutlet into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Dredge the egg-coated chicken cutlet in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Lightly brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Place the breaded chicken cutlets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken cutlets from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy cutlets, lightly spray the breaded chicken with olive oil spray before air frying.
- If you don’t have panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs, but the texture will be slightly different.
- Serve these chicken cutlets with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 150
