Description
Air Fryer Chicken Caesar Cutlets are a quick and easy recipe that delivers crispy, flavorful chicken with a luscious Caesar dressing coating and a golden Parmesan breadcrumb crust. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, this recipe uses an air fryer to achieve a healthier, less oily version of a classic breaded chicken cutlet.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating & Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing (or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Breading
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for spraying)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure an even cooking temperature for the chicken cutlets.
- Prepare Chicken: Slightly flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness for consistent cooking and tenderness.
- Mix Dressing and Spices: In a bowl, combine the Caesar dressing with garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
- Coat Chicken: Thoroughly coat both sides of each chicken breast with the Caesar dressing mixture to infuse flavor and moisture.
- Prepare Breading: In a separate shallow bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese with panko breadcrumbs to create a crunchy coating.
- Dredge Chicken: Press the coated chicken breasts gently into the Parmesan-panko mixture ensuring the breading adheres well on all sides.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook Chicken: Place the breaded chicken cutlets in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Serve the crispy chicken Caesar cutlets hot with a side of Caesar salad or enjoy as a savory main dish.
Notes
- For even cooking, ensure chicken breasts are flattened to uniform thickness.
- You can substitute store-bought Caesar dressing with homemade for a fresher taste.
- Adjust cooking time if chicken breasts are particularly thick or thin.
- For extra crispiness, spray the tops of the breaded chicken with a little olive oil before air frying.
- Always check the internal temperature of chicken to ensure food safety.
