Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets

Feb 16, 2024

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

The secret to the best tasting air fryer chicken cutlets, is marinading them quickly with Italian dressing and seasonings before breading and air frying – my family loves them! I also add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning to the breadcrumbs for extra flavor, so good! For some dinner ideas, serve them with roasted broccoli, over salad, with a side of orzo and zucchini, or with your favorite grain.

I have so many air fryer recipes here, plus two air fryer cookbooks, Skinnytaste Air Fryer Recipes and Skinnytaste Air Fryer Dinners. Chicken cutlets in the air fryer is something make often for dinner!

Although you can make them in the oven, if you don’t have an air fryer I suggest lightly pan frying in a skillet instead.

Yes, breading works well in an air fryer! In fact, air fryers are particularly good at cooking breaded foods, giving them a crispy, golden exterior similar to what you’d expect from traditional deep frying, but with much less oil. You can use traditional breadcrumbs, panko for extra crispiness, or even crushed up cereals or chips for a different texture. Lightly spray the breaded food with some oil spray before air frying. This helps achieve a more golden and crispy result.

To prevent chicken from becoming rubbery in an air fryer, avoid overcooking and ensuring even air circulation by not overcrowding the basket. Also, opt for organic chicken for the best texture.

Your chicken might not be crispy in the air fryer if it’s overcrowded in the basket, preventing proper air circulation. Additionally, a lack of a light oil or cooking spray on the chicken’s surface can hinder achieving a crispy exterior. Ensure the chicken is dry before breading and that the air fryer is preheated for optimal results.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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