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Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

Air fryer chicken cutlets turn out crispy, golden, juicy and delicious – perfect with veggies, over salads, with pasta, and more.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 36 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 268 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American , Italian-American Fussion

Ingredients

  • 2 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts (trimmed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup Italian dressing
  • 3/4 cup seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs (homemade or store bought)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (or Romano cheese)
  • 1 teaspoon dry italian seasoning
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

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  1. Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make 4 cutlets. Pound to make 1/4 inch thick.
  2. In a shallow bowl, season with salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and marinade with Italian dressing at least 1 hour (the longer the better).
  3. Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a shallow bowl. Place egg in another shallow bowl. Dip the chicken into the egg, then the breadcrumb mixture. Place on a work surface and spray both sides with oil.
  4. In a single layer, in batches if needed, transfer the cutlets to the air fryer basket and air fryer 400F 4 minutes until the top is golden, then flip and spray the other side, air fry another 3 to 4 minutes, until golden and cooked through.

Notes

  • Note: Nutrition info reflects 1 tbsp crumbs that get tossed, and 1 tbsp dressing left after marinating which gets tossed
  • 1 tbsp crumbs that get tossed, and 1 tbsp dressing left after marinating which gets tossed

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cutlet Calories 268kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 30.5g (61%) Fat 9.5g (15%) Saturated Fat 1.5g (8%) Cholesterol 131.5mg (44%) Sodium 743mg (31%) Fiber 0.5g (2%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 268

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cutlet
Calories 268kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 30.5g 61%
Fat 9.5g 15%
Saturated Fat 1.5g 8%
Cholesterol 131.5mg 44%
Sodium 743mg 31%
Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.