Crispy Parmesan Chicken Cutlets
Golden, crispy chicken cutlets coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, pan-fried to perfection. A family-friendly main dish with 32g protein per serving.
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Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the chicken
Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
- 2
Set up breading station
Set up three shallow dishes: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and remaining salt in the third.
- 3
Bread the chicken cutlets
Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat the oil
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. The oil should be about 1/4-inch deep.
- 5
Cook the cutlets
Carefully place 2 cutlets in the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 6
Finish and serve
Transfer cooked cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain briefly. Repeat with remaining cutlets. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Chef's Tips
For extra crispy cutlets, let the breaded chicken rest for 10 minutes before frying. This helps the coating adhere better. Don't overcrowd the pan as this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy breading.
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Everything you need to know about making this crispy parmesan chicken cutlets
How long does it take to make Crispy Parmesan Chicken Cutlets?
The listed total time is 35 minutes. Prep time is 20 minutes and cooking time is 15 minutes. Follow the instructions for any resting or chilling steps.
How many servings does this Crispy Parmesan Chicken Cutlets recipe make?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the difficulty level of this Crispy Parmesan Chicken Cutlets recipe?
The listed difficulty level is medium.