Chicken Cutlets

Breaded chicken cutlets are so good plus, you can air fry them, which taste just like a fryer, or a cutlet can be baked in the oven. 

THE BEST MEAL EVER!

CRISPY, CRUNCHY, AIR FRYER CHICKEN CUTLETS.

What are Chicken Cutlets?

Chicken cutlets are very thinly sliced boneless chicken breasts. You can purchase them pre-sliced; however, you can also slice them yourself. You will need to slice them horizontally and pound them thin, if necessary.

I typically see chicken cutlets breaded and either made in the air fryer or baked in the oven. However, you can also fry the chicken cutlets (not in the air fryer, an actual fryer) but that requires a lot of oil!

Why This is One of My Favorite Recipes

So, why is this one of my favorite recipes? It is so versatile and can be used for pretty much anything. They are amazing as a sandwich, a salad topping, mixed into pasta, or really just about anything.

List of Ingredients:

These are the essential ingredients that you will need to make the crispiest chicken ever!

Chicken

Of course, you will need chicken. Chicken cutlets are very thinly sliced boneless chicken breasts. You can purchase them pre-sliced; however, you can also slice them yourself. You will need to slice them horizontally and pound them thin, if necessary.

Egg Whites

I usually use egg whites because they are easy to pour out into a bowl and are not as sticky as the full egg. There is so whisking required. However, you can use a real egg, just be sure to whisk it first.

Flour

Any type of all-purpose flour will work. You can also use a gluten free cup-for-cup flour.

Italian Seasonings Blend

I typically do an Italian seasonings blend; however, you can modify the seasonings to your liking.

• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Paprika
• Italian seasonings
• Salt
• Pepper

Adding grated parmesan cheese is also really great; however not necessary. I love how it adds flavor and crunch to the chicken cutlets.

Additional Ingredients

First off, you will need an air fryer, you can use a basket type air fryer; but, I really like a rack type air fryer as well. 

Then, you will need three small shallow bowls. I typically use plastic containers.

Finally, some cooking spray to emulate actual frying.

Step By Step Instructions

Ensure the chicken cutlets are thin and even. You may have to pound some down to ensure they are all the same thickness.

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Grease the air fryer rack with cooking spray.

Pour two tablespoons of flour and half the seasonings into one bowl, the egg into another and the remaining ingredients in the final bowl.

Press the chicken cutlets into the flour, then, dredge them in egg. After that, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture.

Place each chicken piece on the greased air fryer rack, trying not to let them touch.

Air fry for 3 minutes. Then, spray with cooking spray. Air fry for another 2 minutes.

Flip the chicken over and then spray again with cooking spray. Air fry for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked and crispy.

Oven Baked Breaded Chicken Cutlets

Ensure the chicken cutlets are thin and even. You may have to pound some down to ensure they are all the same thickness.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Grease an oven safe cooling rack with cooking spray. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place the cooling rack on top.

Pour two tablespoons of flour and half the seasonings into one bowl, the egg into another and the remaining ingredients in the final bowl.

Press the chicken cutlets into the flour, then, dredge them in egg. After that, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture. 

Place each chicken piece on the greased cooling rack, trying not to let them touch. 

Bake for 3 minutes. Then, spray with cooking spray. Bake for another 3-4 minutes.

Flip the chicken over and then spray again with cooking spray. Bake for another 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked and crispy. 

What To Serve with My Favorite Chicken

This is so versatile and can be used for pretty much anything. They are amazing as a sandwich, a salad topping, mixed into pasta, or really just about anything.

I serve it with a side of my Gigi Hadid famous pasta recipe, air fryer buffalo cauliflower, mini bloomin onions (air fryer white pearl onions), or air fryer baby potatoes.

Storing and Leftovers

You can store these cutlets in the fridge for up to three days in an air tight container. To heat them up, I air fry the chicken cutlets at 400 degrees for 3-4 minutes. They can also be reheated in the oven at 425 degrees for 4-5 minutes. I also love eating them cold over a cold salad.

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Chicken Cutlets

THE BEST MEAL EVER!

CRISPY, CRUNCHY, AIR FRYER CHICKEN CUTLETS.

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