Description
These crispy breaded chicken cutlets are coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, fried to golden perfection, and topped with gooey melted cheese and fresh parsley. A delicious and easy meal for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Cutlets:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 ½ cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Frying:
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or olive oil)
For Garnish:
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pound them to about ¼-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
- Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Set Up the Breading Station:
- In one shallow dish, place the flour.
- In another dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- In a third dish, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, and oregano.
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Bread the Cutlets:
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip into the egg wash, ensuring full coverage.
- Press into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly.
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Fry the Cutlets:
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat to 350°F.
- Fry the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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Melt the Cheese:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place fried cutlets on a baking sheet and top each with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle fresh parsley and extra Parmesan over the cutlets.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- If baking instead of frying, bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Air fryer option: Cook at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American