1-First Step: Prepare the Caesar Dressing Start by combining ½ cup 0% Greek yogurt, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons drained capers, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon anchovy paste, and 1.5 to 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice in a food processor. Blend until smooth, then season with kosher salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Refrigerate the mixture and add 1 to 2 tablespoons water if needed to thin it out this step takes about 5 minutes and sets the flavor base.

2-Second Step: Set Up the Breading Station Next, prepare three plates for breading: the first with ¼ cup cornstarch seasoned with kosher salt and cracked black pepper, the second with 1 large egg whisked with 1 tablespoon 2% milk, and the third with a mix of ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs, and ⅓ cup Italian breadcrumbs. This assembly line makes the process efficient and helps achieve that crispy texture you’re aiming for.

3-Third Step: Season and Coat the Chicken Take your 1 lb chicken breasts, which you’ve butterflied into four thin cutlets, and season them with kosher salt and black pepper. Coat each cutlet first in the cornstarch mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press into the breadcrumb mixture. This sequential coating ensures even coverage and maximum crunch when cooked.

4-Fourth Step: Cook the Chicken Cutlets Air fry the breaded cutlets at 390 degrees Fahrenheit, spraying them with avocado oil spray before placing them in the basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway and spraying the other side, until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. For added variety, you could try oven baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-24 minutes, flipping halfway either method keeps the chicken juicy inside and crispy outside.

5-Fifth Step: Prepare the Salad While the chicken cooks, wash, dry, and chop 8 to 10 ounces of romaine lettuce. Toss it with the prepared Caesar dressing and 2 grated hard boiled eggs, then season with cracked black pepper for a fresh, vibrant salad that’s ready in minutes.

6-Final Step: Assemble and Serve Once the chicken cutlets are cool enough to handle, top each one with the Caesar salad mixture and garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon from 1 lemon cut into wedges. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture this totals around 55 minutes of preparation time and makes for a complete, satisfying meal. For more chicken ideas, visit our grilled shrimp tacos for complementary flavors.