Description
Crispy, golden Air Fryer Chicken Caesar Cutlets—juicy chicken coated in a flavorful Caesar-seasoned crust for a quick and delicious meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Cutlets:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
For the Caesar Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Assembly:
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup croutons
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken Cutlets:
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thin cutlets.
- In three separate bowls, place:
- Flour
- Beaten eggs
- A mix of panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip into beaten eggs, and coat with the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Air Fry the Chicken:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly spray both sides of the breaded chicken cutlets with olive oil.
- Arrange the cutlets in a single layer in the air fryer basket (cook in batches if necessary).
- Air fry for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the Caesar Dressing:
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, toss romaine lettuce with cherry tomatoes and croutons.
- Drizzle with the Caesar dressing and toss to combine.
Serve:
- Plate the salad and top with crispy chicken cutlets.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream in the dressing for a lighter option.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
- Add anchovies or Worcestershire sauce to the dressing for an authentic Caesar flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
