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chicken snitchel recipes air fryer

Chicken Schnitzel Recipes Air Fryer: 7 Reasons to Love It

A quick and easy recipe for making chicken schnitzel in an air fryer.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken fillets
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pound the chicken fillets to an even thickness.
  3. Season flour with salt and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  5. Spray both sides of the breaded chicken with cooking spray.
  6. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Check for doneness; internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Notes

  • You can add spices to the breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
  • Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh taste.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Austrian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 schnitzel
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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