Preparation Steps:

1. Preparing the chicken starts with getting your chicken breast ready. First, slice through the middle horizontally without cutting all the way through, creating a butterfly effect. This helps the chicken cook evenly.

2. Next, place each piece between plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet to achieve an even thickness. Aim for about 1/4 inch thickness for perfect cooking.

3. For the breading, you’ll need three shallow dishes. In the first, mix flour with a bit of salt and pepper. In the second, beat the eggs. In the third, combine breadcrumbs with seasoning mix for that flavorful chicken coating.

4. Now, coat each chicken piece in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it in the beaten egg, then press it into the breadcrumbs. Ensure it’s evenly coated for that crispy chicken schnitzel finish.

Air Frying Chicken Schnitzel:

5. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. This temperature ensures your schnitzel cooks through perfectly while getting that desirable crispiness on the outside.

6. Before you start cooking, lightly brush the air fryer basket with oil or use a cooking spray (like I did while cooking chicken wings). This prevents the schnitzel from sticking and helps achieve a golden color.

7. Place the breaded chicken in the basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overlap. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip each piece carefully using kitchen tongs, and cook for another 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).