Description
Crispy and tender air fryer chicken cutlets that are easy to make and a healthier alternative to frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets or pre-cut thin cutlets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch or regular)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil spray (avocado or olive oil)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer if needed.
- Set up your breading station: flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken cutlet into the flour, then the egg, and finally press into the breadcrumbs.
- Let the breaded cutlets rest for about 5 minutes while the air fryer is preheating.
- Spray the cutlets lightly with oil spray.
- Place cutlets in the air fryer basket without crowding them and cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer aiming for 165°F in the thickest part, or ensure juices run clear.
Notes
Serve with a squeeze of lemon and extra Parmesan for garnish. Great with salad, pasta, or as a snack with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: air fryer, chicken cutlets, crispy chicken, weeknight dinner, easy recipe