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Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets – Crunchy Outside, Tender Inside

These Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are a quick and easy dinnertime staple that you can do so much with! The chicken cutlets are coated in a flavorful Panko and Parmesan breading for an irresistible texture without using any oil. They’re golden and crunchy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside, and ready in less than 15 minutes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Resting time5 minutes
Total Time29 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: air fryer chicken cutlets
Servings: 6 people
Author: Olivia Ribas

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Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Start by cutting the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 6 chicken cutlets. Season each cutlet with salt and pepper on both sides.
    Raw chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper are arranged on a sheet of white parchment paper, ready to be transformed into crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets on a light-colored surface.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until the mixture is well blended.
    A bowl filled with finely grated parmesan cheese, perfect for topping Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets, with a metal spoon resting inside, placed on a light-colored surface.
  • In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth and well-combined.
    A brown ceramic bowl filled with beaten eggs, perfect for dipping Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets, with a silver fork resting inside, placed on a light-colored surface.
  • Dip each chicken cutlet into the beaten eggs, making sure it’s fully coated, then transfer it to the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well to the chicken on both sides.
    A raw chicken breast sits in a shallow bowl filled with beaten eggs and black pepper, ready to become crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets. Nearby are a plate of breadcrumbs and another piece of raw chicken on a light-colored surface.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for about 5 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Place the breaded chicken cutlets in the basket in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap.
    Three Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are cooking inside a black air fryer basket, each with a golden-brown crispy coating. The vented, ridged bottom ensures even cooking for these delicious cutlets.
  • Spray the top of the chicken cutlets with a little more cooking spray to help them crisp up. Air fry the chicken cutlets for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown and cooked through (the internal temperature should reach 165°F.
    Three golden Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets rest in a basket, garnished with chopped parsley. The chicken breast looks crispy and perfectly cooked for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • Pat the chicken cutlets dry with a paper towel before coating them. This helps the egg and breadcrumb mixture stick really well.
  • You can purchase pre-sliced chicken cutlets at your local grocery store instead of slicing your own, if you prefer.
  • Make sure your chicken cutlets are similar in size so they cook evenly in the air fryer.
How To Store & Reheat:
Allow leftover chicken cutlets to cool completely, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe bag for longer storage.
For the best crispy texture, reheat the chicken cutlets in the air fryer for about 5 minutes, turning them halfway through. You can also pop them in the microwave for about a minute. Since they’re thin, they really don’t need long to heat up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6 | Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g