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Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Cutlets
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Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Cutlets for Effortless Family Dinners

Enjoy delicious crispy oven-baked chicken cutlets that are easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine American
Keyword Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Cutlets, easy chicken recipes, family dinners, healthy chicken, oven-baked chicken, quick meals
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 cutlets
Calories 250kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Cutting board
  • Meat Mallet
  • Bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients

For the Chicken Cutlets

  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunch
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika

Optional Seasoning Variations

  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper

For Serving

  • 1 each Lemon Wedges For garnish
  • 1 cup Dipping Sauce e.g. garlic aioli or ranch

Instructions

How to Make Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Cutlets

  • Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Prepare the Chicken: Pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts to about ½ inch thick.
  • Set Up a Dipping Station: Place flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate bowls.
  • Coat the Chicken: Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  • Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  • Serve: Remove from the oven and serve with lemon wedges and dipping sauce.

Notes

Consider garnishing with fresh herbs for added flavor and color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutlet | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 160mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg