Description
Savor the delightful crunch of crispy breaded chicken cutlets that are tender and juicy on the inside. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for any gathering, making you the star of the kitchen. With a golden-brown exterior and an explosion of savory flavors, these cutlets are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether served with a salad or your favorite dipping sauce, they make every meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ cup olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by setting them out on the counter.
- Pound each chicken breast between plastic wrap until about ½ inch thick for even cooking.
- Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan in a third bowl.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip into the eggs, then press into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each cutlet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Transfer cutlets to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg