Air Fryer Wiener Schnitzel

4.90 (7)
⏱ 30 mins 🍽 ['4', '4 schnitzels'] 🌶 austrian 🏷 Main course

This recipe adapts the classic Austrian Wiener schnitzel for the air fryer. Veal scallopini is seasoned, coated in flour, egg, and panko breadcrumbs, then air fried to a golden finish. The result is a rich, tender cutlet with a satisfyingly crisp exterior. Serve the schnitzels with fresh lemon wedges for a traditional touch. The entire process takes just 30 minutes, offering a simpler approach to this beloved dish.

Air Fryer Wiener Schnitzel

Ingredients

  • 1 pound veal, scallopini cut
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Lay the veal scallopini on a work surface and season with lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper.
  3. Prepare three dishes: one with the all-purpose flour, a second with the beaten egg and chopped parsley mixed together, and a third with the panko bread crumbs. Coat each veal piece first in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press into the bread crumbs to coat fully.
  4. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange the breaded cutlets in a single layer without overlapping. Spray the tops of the schnitzels with more nonstick spray.
  5. Air fry the veal for 5 minutes. Turn them over, spray any dry areas with nonstick spray, and cook for another 5 minutes. Continue with any remaining veal. Present the cooked schnitzels with lemon wedges.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories215 kcal
Fat7 g
Protein18 g
Sodium239 mg

Recipe details

CategoryMain course
Cuisineaustrian
AuthorSoup Loving Nicole