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Crispy Italian Breaded Chicken Cutlets

Crispy Italian Breaded Chicken Cutlets for Ultimate Comfort

Delight in Crispy Italian Breaded Chicken Cutlets, a comforting meal combining savory Italian flavors with a satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper For seasoning
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For coating
  • 2 large Eggs Whisked with water
  • 1 cup Panko or Homemade Breadcrumbs For extra crispiness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Italian Parsley Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning Or to taste
  • 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano or Parmesan Cheese Grated
For Frying
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil For frying

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow bowls
  • Meat Mallet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thinly slice boneless skinless chicken breasts and pound them to ½ inch thickness. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. Set up your breading station with one bowl each for flour, whisked eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then in egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coating.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry 1 to 3 cutlets until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer fried cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with lemon or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use one hand for dry ingredients and one for wet to keep hands clean while dredging. Check oil temperature before frying, and avoid overcrowding the pan for optimal crispness.

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