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Crispy Chicken Cutlets: The Best Recipe for Home Cooks

Discover the joy of making crispy chicken cutlets with this easy recipe that guarantees flavor and crunch.
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine American
Keyword Chicken Dinner, Comfort Food, Crispy Chicken Cutlets, easy chicken recipe, family meal, Homemade Chicken Cutlets
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 cutlets
Calories 350kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Paper Towels

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts Thinly sliced
  • 2 large Eggs Lightly beaten
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour

For the Breading

  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste

For Cooking

  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil For frying

Instructions

How to Make Crispy Chicken Cutlets

  • Pat the boneless chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  • In three shallow bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumb mixture.
  • Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom.
  • Cook the chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Remove cooked cutlets and drain on paper towels; serve warm.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley or squeeze of lemon for added brightness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutlet | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg