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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Cutlets

Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Cutlets You'll Crave Tonight

Enjoy Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Cutlets, a savory dish with a golden-brown exterior and deliciously tender inside.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cutlets
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Slice horizontally for even cooking
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for rich flavor
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred for extra crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds savory essence
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional for warmth and sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Infuses herby goodness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for kick
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten before use
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil For frying or baking
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets, about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Prepare your dredging stations: one with beaten eggs and the other with a mix of grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dip each cutlet in the beaten eggs, then press into the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook cutlets for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  5. For baking, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake coated cutlets for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Garnish the cooked cutlets with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a squeeze of lemon for added freshness.

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