Crispy Chicken Cutlets
Crispy Chicken Cutlets are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender, juicy chicken coated in a golden, crunchy crust. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these cutlets are versatile and delicious in sandwiches, salads, or served on their own.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced horizontally into 4 thin cutlets)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste pinch salt and pepper
- to fry as needed vegetable oil
- to serve optional lemon wedges
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thin cutlets. Place them between plastic wrap and pound gently to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix the breadcrumbs and seasonings together.
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour, dip it in the egg, then coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken cutlets in batches, cooking for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges for extra flavor. Enjoy on their own, in sandwiches, wraps, or over salad!
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 36gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 480mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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