Chicken Caesar Cutlets

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These Chicken Caesar Cutlets combine crispy, golden chicken fillets with the classic Caesar salad flavors, making for a quick and delicious meal. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, they are light yet satisfying. Cooked in the air fryer for a healthier twist, these cutlets are paired with fresh romaine lettuce, shaved Parmesan, and a creamy homemade Caesar dressing.

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Ingredients

For the Caesar Dressing:

• ¼ cup whole egg mayo (full fat or reduced fat)
• ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (full fat or reduced fat)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, crushed or grated
• 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Water, as needed

For the Chicken:

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 pounds), cut in half horizontally to make 4 fillets
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ cup flour
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Avocado or olive oil spray

For the Salad:

• 4 hearts of Romaine, torn into pieces
• ½ cup shaved Parmesan

Instructions

1. Make the Caesar Dressing

• Combine all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl or blender. Mix or blend until smooth and well combined.
• Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, adding water to thin if necessary.

2. Prep the Chicken

• Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and pound evenly with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer.
• Season both sides with salt and pepper.
• Set up a breading station:
  • In a shallow bowl, place the flour.
  • In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
  • In a third shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Italian breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan.
• Dredge each chicken fillet in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs on gently.

3. Cook the Chicken

• Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
• Place the breaded chicken fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, spraying with cooking oil.
• Air fry for 12-13 minutes, flipping halfway through (at 7 minutes) and spraying again with oil. Continue cooking for 5-6 minutes, depending on chicken thickness. Cook in batches if needed.

4. Prepare the Salad

• Toss the torn romaine lettuce with shaved Parmesan and half of the Caesar dressing. Add more dressing as desired.

5. Serve

• Plate the Caesar salad, topping with the crispy chicken cutlets. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips for Success

• Adjust the Seasoning: Taste test the Caesar dressing to ensure it has the right balance of creaminess, saltiness, and acidity.
• Air Fryer Tips: Be sure to flip the chicken halfway through cooking for an even crispness on both sides.
• Customize the Salad: Feel free to add croutons or extra Parmesan on top for more texture and flavor.

This Chicken Caesar Cutlets recipe is a family-friendly, easy-to-make dish that delivers the irresistible flavors of Caesar salad with a crispy chicken twist. It’s perfect for any day of the week!

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