How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Schnitzel - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Air Fryer Chicken Thigh Schnitzel! This recipe is a fun twist on the classic schnitzel, using chicken thighs instead of the traditional pork or veal. The result is a juicy and flavorful dish that is sure to become a new family favorite.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it's made in the air fryer, which means it's healthier than traditional schnitzel recipes that ar...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat
  • ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • avocado oil cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place chicken thighs, one at a time, between 2 sheets of parchment paper and flatten with a mallet.
  • Combine bread crumbs, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Place flour in a separate shallow bowl and beaten egg in a third shallow bowl. Dip chicken thighs first in flour, then in beaten egg. Finally, coat with seasoned bread crumbs.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place breaded thighs in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching; work in batches if necessary. Mist with avocado oil and cook for 6 minutes. Flip each thigh, mist with oil, and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    293 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 117mg
    • Sodium: 927mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 232mg