Golden, crispy chicken cutlets made healthier in the air fryer with juicy chicken inside and a crunchy seasoned coating outside. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, pasta, or an easy weeknight dinner.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🔹 Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Sliced in half lengthwise into thin cutlets
🔹 Breading Station
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🔹 Wet Coating
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
🔹 Optional Spray
- Olive oil spray
🍳 Equipment
- Air fryer
- Shallow bowls
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Prepare Chicken
- Pat chicken dry
- Pound lightly for even thickness if needed
🔸 Step 2: Prepare Breading
- In one bowl whisk eggs and milk
- In another bowl combine:
- Breadcrumbs
- Parmesan
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Salt & pepper
🔸 Step 3: Bread Chicken
- Dip chicken into egg mixture
- Coat thoroughly in breadcrumb mixture
👉 Press coating gently onto chicken
🔸 Step 4: Preheat Air Fryer
- Preheat to 200°C (400°F)
🔸 Step 5: Air Fry
- Place cutlets in basket in single layer
- Lightly spray with oil
- Cook for 10–12 minutes
- Flip halfway through
✔ Chicken should be crispy and golden
✔ Internal temp: 75°C (165°F)
🔸 Step 6: Rest & Serve
- Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Pasta 🍝
- Caesar salad 🥗
- Sandwiches 🥪
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
- Marinara dipping sauce 🍅
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Thin cutlets cook more evenly
✔ Panko breadcrumbs give extra crunch
✔ Don’t overcrowd basket
✔ Spray lightly with oil for crispier coating
🔄 Variations
🌶️ Spicy Cutlets
Add cayenne or Cajun seasoning
🧄 Garlic Parmesan
Add extra parmesan and garlic
🍋 Lemon Herb
Add Italian herbs and lemon zest
🧀 Cheesy Mozzarella Style
Top with marinara and mozzarella
❓ FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs?
Yes, though cooking time may vary slightly.
Can I freeze breaded cutlets?
Yes—freeze before or after cooking.
Why isn’t my coating crispy?
A light oil spray helps crisp the breading.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~260–360
- Protein: ~30g
- Carbs: ~12g
- Fat: ~12g
⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)
🔹 Standard Version
👉 5–7 WW Points
🔻 Lighter Version
(Reduced breadcrumbs & parmesan)
👉 3–5 WW Points
✅ Ultra WW-Friendly Version
(Chicken breast + light coating)
👉 2–4 WW Points