Description
This easy and delicious Italian chicken cutlet recipe features crispy, golden-brown chicken breasts coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, offering a satisfying crunch with a tender, juicy interior. It’s perfect for a quick dinner and can be served with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Gently pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first, add flour seasoned with salt and pepper. In the second, beat the eggs. In the third, mix the breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Coat each chicken breast in the flour, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press down to ensure the breadcrumbs stick.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked chicken cutlets to a baking sheet and place in the oven for 10-15 minutes to finish cooking through.
- Optional: While the cutlets are in the oven, warm the marinara sauce in a small pot on the stove.
- Serve the chicken cutlets with marinara sauce on top or on the side, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add garlic powder or onion powder to the breadcrumbs.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can bake the cutlets instead of frying them.
- These cutlets are great for leftovers and can be used in sandwiches or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg