Description
Enjoy a healthier twist on a classic favorite with Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel, featuring a perfectly crispy coating and juicy chicken. This guilt-free dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Coat the chicken in panko breadcrumbs, pressing down to adhere the crumbs.
- Lightly spray the schnitzels with cooking oil before placing them in the air fryer.
- Arrange the chicken schnitzels in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 10 minutes, then flip the schnitzels and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the schnitzels from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh chicken breast for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: air-fryer
- Method: air frying
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: chicken, schnitzel, air fryer, crispy, healthy