Description
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, offering a crunchy exterior and juicy interior.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the chicken breasts into cutlets.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with spices.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded cutlets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Spray the tops of the cutlets with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk for a few hours before breading.
- Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the cutlets.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets, Air Fryer Chicken, Healthy Chicken Recipe