Perfectly Crispy Chicken Cutlets

When thinking about what to make for dinner, the first thing that comes to mind is chicken. Chicken breast in particular is very versatile. It can be baked, roasted, boiled, grilled and fried. Today we’re going to deep fry and make the crispiest breaded chicken cutlets. This recipe is so easy to make and so satisfying to eat – especially for dinner. , goes well with different sides. Chicken is one of his favorite proteins even for picky eaters. Enjoy this recipe as is, or with a drizzle of homemade marinara for an Italian touch. I also like the idea of ​​turning up the heat and adding red pepper flakes to the crumbs. No one in our house can get enough of this fried him chicken goodness.

How do I get the bread to stick to the chicken?

When following the directions on the recipe card below, don’t underestimate the power of these three separate dipping stations. If the breadcrumbs still don’t stick, try chilling the breaded chicken cutlets in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This will make the crumbs stick together a little more.

Soak the egg first or the flour?

Chicken cutlets must be dipped in flour first. If you arrange the ingredients in the order of flour, eggs, and bread crumbs, the ingredients will stick together, so be careful. The chicken will stick to the flour, the flour will stick to the egg, and the egg will stick to the bread crumbs. Don’t switch things up!

Air fryer description:

• Preheat air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Place chicken in preheated air fryer basket. Spray the top with nonstick cooking spray.
• Air fry for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken using a spatula and spray the top with nonstick cooking spray. Cook for another 8 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and slice.

Oven description:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drizzle the chicken with oil and bake until 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 to 25 minutes.

Serving suggestions:

There are many ways to serve breaded chicken cutlets. We usually like to include protein, carbs and vegetables (and bread as a bonus) in our meals. We’ve already covered protein, but below you can find some of our favorite serving suggestions to choose from.

Feel free to combine them! You can get really creative with the side dishes.

Can you freeze chicken cutlets?

If you have time on the weekend and want to get a head start in the days, weeks or months to come, you can freeze this dish for later! . Then put them on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer for a few hours. Once frozen, remove the baking sheet from the freezer and wrap each one individually. Place in a plastic bag or container and return to the freezer for 3-4 months. To reheat, heat in oven at 450 degrees F for 15-20 minutes. Don’t worry about unzipping.

Storage and reheating instructions:

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. When you’re ready to reheat, you can reheat in the microwave. Heat in 30 second increments until fully heated. It should not take more than a few minutes. You can also reheat chicken cutlets in the oven. Set the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 15 minutes.

If you like this recipe, you might also be interested in these other delicious chicken recipes.

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