Description
A delightful dish that combines a crunchy exterior with tender, juicy chicken inside, enhanced by the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450 g)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 100 g)
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by pounding it to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Set up the breading station with beaten eggs, a mixture of Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bread the chicken by dipping it in the egg mixture and then coating it with the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the cutlets in hot olive oil over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Notes
- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute nutritional yeast for Parmesan cheese.
- Consider using seasoned breadcrumbs or adding herbs like oregano or basil for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crispy Parmesan Chicken Cutlets, Chicken Recipe, Italian Cuisine, Easy Dinner