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Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets in 15 Mins! Chicken cutlets: master crispy, tender air fryer chicken in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets in 15 Mins!

Chicken cutlets: master crispy, tender air fryer chicken in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless, chicken breast (about 6 pieces)
  • ¼ cup egg whites
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned)
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • olive oil spray

Method
 

  1. Use shallow bowls to create a dredging station by adding egg whites into one shallow bowl and make breadcrumb mixture with Italian seasoning, and ground black pepper into the other shallow bowl. Set both bowls aside.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
  3. Pat dry chicken breasts with paper towels on a cutting board or baking sheet.
  4. Cover chicken with plastic wrap and gently tap with a meat mallet or meat tenderizer so they are all uniform in size, about ¼-inch thick.
  5. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture and then into the breading mixture until each piece is fully coated.
  6. Place the breaded chicken on a baking sheet until all cutlets have been breaded.
  7. Prepare the air fryer basket with cooking spray, then add the chicken pieces in a single layer to allow room for the air to circulate and chicken to evenly cook.
  8. Spray the tops of the pieces of chicken with olive oil spray.

Notes

- For food safety, ensure chicken cutlets reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- Store cooked chicken cutlets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-7 minutes for best crispness.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure proper air circulation and crispy results.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.