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Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Parmesan Crusted Chicken

This recipe delivers a quick and easy take on crispy, golden-brown chicken cutlets with an Italian flair.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Pan-fried
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 –4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds), pounded to ¼” thickness
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup seasoned Italian breadcrumbs
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley, chives, or rosemary
  • ¼ cup olive oil for frying
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Set up three shallow bowls: flour (1), whisked eggs (2), and breadcrumbs/Parmesan/herbs (3).
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge chicken in flour.
  4. Dip in egg wash.
  5. Press firmly into breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  7. Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  8. Check internal temperature: 165
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  10. F (74
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  12. C).
  13. Rest chicken for 5 minutes.
  14. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

 
  • For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular Italian breadcrumbs.
  • Gluten-free option: Substitute breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond flour.
  • Air fryer method: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), spray with oil, and cook for 15-18 minutes, flipping once.

Nutritional Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 400
  • Protein: 28g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 3g