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Air Fryer Chicken Cutlet Recipe

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are a family-friendly dinner that’s quick, easy, and SO delicious, with an irresistible panko crust!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time23 minutes
Course: Chicken, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Kellie
Cost: $10

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 ½ tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 ½ tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • ½ tablespoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 1 cups low fat milk
  • 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray

Instructions

  • Preheat air fryer to 400˚F.
  • In a shallow bowl or baking dish, whisk together the flour, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, Italian seasoning, 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt and 1/4 tablespoon pepper to combine. Set aside.
  • In a separate shallow bowl, whisk the milk with the remaining garlic powder, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the bread crumbs and cheese to combine. Set aside.
  • Dredge 1 chicken breast half in the flour to coat, shaking off the excess. Dredge the chicken in the milk and then the breadcrumb mixture pressing the breadcrumbs into the surface of the chicken to help it stick. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  • Drizzle the chicken with a small amount of olive oil or coat with cooking spray on both sides.
  • Working in batches if necessary, in an air-fryer basket, arrange chicken in a single layer. Cook at 395°, turning once, until just cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately or use in your favorite crispy chicken recipe.

Notes

Air fryer chicken cutlets are great for meal prepping. Top with marinara and cheese then melt under the broiler for an easy chicken parmesan recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 591kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 1873mg | Potassium: 644mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 464IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 419mg | Iron: 4mg