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Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlets

Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlets

The ultimate comfort food, Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlets are quick, easy, and delicious. With a perfectly crispy coating that’s golden brown on the outside and juicy on the inside, they make for an ideal weeknight dinner. Whip up this recipe tonight and satisfy your craving for something hearty and delectable!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.5 tsp fine sea salt divided
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs plus 1 Tbsp water
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs or Italian breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Extra light olive oil or a neutral oil like canola or avocado
  • Lemon wedges chopped parsley and coarse salt for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Grater
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken: Start by slicing each chicken breast in half horizontally to create eight thin cutlets...
  2. Make the breading station: Set up three shallow dishes for the breading process...
  3. Bread the cutlets: Take each cutlet and dredge it lightly in the flour...
  4. Pan-fry: Heat enough extra light olive oil in a large skillet...
  5. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels: Once cooked, transfer the cutlets to a wire rack...

Notes

  • Tip 1: Make Ahead: Bread cutlets, arrange on a sheet pan, flash freeze, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. To cook from frozen, spray both sides with oil and bake at 450°F for 20–25 min or until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • Tip 2: Leftovers: Let cool, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4–5 days, or flash freeze then store up to 2 months. Reheat in a 375°F oven or air fryer—about 10–15 min from cold, or 20+ min from frozen—until hot and crisp.