30-Minute Chicken Cutlets in an Air Fryer
In just 30 minutes you can enjoy perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken cutlets that are tender and juicy on the inside. The air fryer cuts down on oil, making this a healthier option while still delivering that satisfying crunch!
Servings: 6 cutlets
Calories: 353kcal
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 3 shallow bowls
- 1 tongs
Ingredients
- 4-6 chicken cutlets or 2-3 chicken breasts sliced in half
- ¾ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup flour
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 eggs whisked
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
- fresh parsley for garnish
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Season your chicken with the salt and pepper generously on each side. If you are using chicken breasts, with a sharp knife, carefully slice the breast in half horizontally to create 2 thin slices of chicken.
- Set up the dredging station by preparing 3 shallow bowls. In one bowl combine the Italian breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, panko, 2 tablespoon olive oil and parmesan. In another bowl whisk together the eggs and milk, And the last shallow bowl add the flour.
- Take the chicken cutlets and dip into the flour and coat on both sides.
- Then dip the cutlet into the egg wash, then finally the breadcrumb mixture. Be sure to completely cover the cutlet in breadcrumbs.
- Repeat until all cutlets are breaded and set aside on a cutting board or plate.
- While those set, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees for 2-4 minutes.
- Add 2-3 cutlets to the air fryer basket and spray with extra olive oil. Depending on your air fryer, you may have to air fry the cutlets in batches.
- Air fry at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. Flipping halfway through the cooking process, and spray with additonal olive oil spray.
- Remove and serve, garnishing with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Notes
- Make sure each piece of chicken has an even thickness so they all quick equally well!
- Using a shallow bowl for the breading station for the best crusty coverage.
- Season your chicken directly, don't season the flour or breadcrumb mixture. This ensures the best flavor!
- Always give your breaded cutlets some resting time on a cutting board or sheet pan before tossing them in the air fryer basket. It'll allow the breading to settle down.
- Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket. No stacking either. You want each piece to crisp up perfectly. If there isn't much room, make them in batches!
- Once they are done, transfer them to a wire rack. I don't suggest using paper towels for dabbing any extra oil because it might mess with the crispiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 752mg | Potassium: 565mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 3mg