Juicy Chicken Cutlets Air Fryer
A quick and healthy recipe for juicy chicken cutlets cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 1 Mixing bowl medium
Ingredients
Chicken Cutlets
- 2 large chicken breasts sliced into cutlets
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice chicken breasts into even cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, shake off excess, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs. Ensure even coating.
Serving
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place cutlets in the basket, spray lightly with olive oil, and cook for 9 minutes. Flip, spray again, and cook for another 9 minutes.
- Remove cutlets from air fryer and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve hot with your choice of sauce or side.
Storage
- Place leftover cutlets in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.
Notes
Pro Tips: For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs. Spray lightly with olive oil to enhance browning.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
How to Serve: Pair with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare cutlets ahead of time and freeze, then cook directly from frozen in air fryer, adding 5 minutes to cooking time.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
How to Serve: Pair with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare cutlets ahead of time and freeze, then cook directly from frozen in air fryer, adding 5 minutes to cooking time.