Description
This Italian Chicken Cutlets recipe brings you crispy, golden cutlets that are juicy inside. A classic dish that’s simple to make but packs a punch of flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs, ideally homemade
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- Begin by slicing chicken breasts horizontally to thin them out. Pound to even thickness.
- Season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in a mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry cutlets until golden and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
- Rest on a wire rack to keep crispy.
Notes
- For gluten-free options, use almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Ensure oil is hot before frying to prevent soggy cutlets.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 142mg