Air Fryer Everything Bagel Chicken Cutlets Recipe

Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 4 chicken cutlets (about 1 pound total)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 3 tablespoons Everything Bagel seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• Olive oil cooking spray
• 1 12x18-inch piece parchment or waxed paper

For the Glaze:

• 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha (or more to taste)
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
• 1 dash soy sauce (or more to taste)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 400F (200C) or according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2: Pat chicken cutlets dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3: Place flour into a resealable plastic bag and set aside.

Step 4: In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs with milk until well blended.

Step 5: On a plate, stir together the Everything Bagel seasoning and panko breadcrumbs.

Step 6: Add the chicken cutlets to the plastic bag with flour. Seal the bag and toss the cutlets to coat them evenly.

Step 7: Working with one cutlet at a time, shake off any excess flour, dip the cutlet into the egg mixture, and shake off any extra egg.

Step 8: Press each cutlet into the panko mixture, turning to ensure both sides are well-coated with the crumbs.

Step 9: Place the breaded cutlets on a piece of parchment paper. Repeat the process for all cutlets.

Step 10: Generously spray both sides of each cutlet with olive oil spray.

Step 11: Arrange the cutlets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 12: Air fry for 8 to 12 minutes, flipping the cutlets halfway through, until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165F (74C).

Step 13: While the chicken cooks, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, water, brown sugar, Sriracha, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 14: Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for 3 to 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.

Step 15: Once the chicken is done, drizzle each cutlet with the prepared glaze and serve immediately.

Step 16: Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs if desired and enjoy your crispy, flavorful chicken cutlets!

Cook's Note

Chicken cutlets vary in size and thickness. It's important to cook them in a single layer in the air fryer for even cooking. Depending on the size and type of your air fryer, you may need to cook the chicken in batches. This recipe is designed for a 5.3-quart basket-style air fryer.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 692 per serving
• Fat: 19g (25% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 4g (21% DV)
• Cholesterol: 278mg (93% DV)
• Sodium: 4181mg (182% DV)
• Total Carbohydrates: 76g (28% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 4g (16% DV)
• Total Sugars: 10g
• Protein: 50g (100% DV)
• Vitamin C: 3mg (3% DV)
• Calcium: 207mg (16% DV)
• Iron: 7mg (40% DV)
• Potassium: 562mg (12% DV)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.