Air Fryer Mediterranean Chicken Milanese
A few weeks ago, I headed out to the east end of Long Island in the Peconic area and stopped to eat at a small bistro on the way home. As we sat outside in the perfect weather, I overheard the waitress raving about this fried Chicken Milanese topped with a Mediterranean Salad. So, of course, I ordered it! The air fryer is perfect for making crispy breaded chicken, like this Air Fryer Chicken Tenders recipe and this Air Fryer Chicken Milanese with Arugula. But you can also make unbreaded food in the air fryer like this air fryer chicken breast that comes out so juicy! Air fryer recipes are one of my top requests, so I promise to share more soon!
What is chicken Milanese made of?
Chicken Milanese is just chicken cutlets pounded thin, dredged in eggs and then breadcrumbs and parmesan, and pan-fried. I lightened up the classic Milanese recipe by air frying the cutlets, which requires minimal oil.
How to Air Fry Chicken Cutlets
After coating the chicken cutlets in eggs and the panko-parmesan mixture, I spray them with a little bit of oil. Then I put them in the air fryer in batches and cook at 400 degrees for about six minutes, turning halfway. When the panko is golden brown, and the inside is no longer pink, the chicken is done.
What to Serve with Chicken Milanese
This chicken Milanese with a Mediterranean salad is basically a full meal in one. But if you want to round it out, then below are some suggestions for what to serve with it:
Bread from your favorite bakery Lemon-Parsley Potato Foil Packets Pita bread and hummus Roasted Cauliflower Rice with Garlic and Lemon
Variations:
If you don’t have panko, you can use breadcrumbs. Swap romaine lettuce for mixed greens. Add avocado or cucumber for extra vegetables.
More Air Fryer Chicken Recipes You’ll Love:
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Cilantro Lime Chicken Breast Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich with Sriracha Mayo Air Fryer Herbed Buttermilk Roast Chicken Breast Chicken Chimichangas
