Parmesan Crumbed Chicken Cutlets

Recipe by Molly
at missmollymakes.com

5 from 4 votes

Looking for a delicious and easy meal? Tender and juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crispy and savory breading made from breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a main course or sliced on top of a salad. Elevate your weeknight dinner with this flavourful and versatile dish!

Prep Time20

Cook Time12

Total Time35

Servings: Cutlets

Calories: 194kcal

Equipment

frying pan
3 medium bowls
large plate or tray

Ingredients

750 gm (1½ lb) chicken breast 3 whole chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
¾ cup plain flour
¾ cup (¾ cup) parmesan finely grated
3 (3) eggs
2-3 tbsp (2-3 tbsp) parsley chopped
1½ cups (1½ cups) panko breadcrumbs use GF if necessary- see FAQ section
½ tsp (½ tsp) chilli flakes
¾ tsp (¾ tsp) salt
½ tsp (½ tsp) garlic powder
½ tsp (½ tsp) freshly ground pepper

Extras

lemon wedges
parsley

Instructions

Collect 3 bowls. Place flour in one shallow bowl. Beat eggs in the second shallow bowl. Combine panko, Parmesan, and seasonings in the third bowl.
Take one chicken breast at a time and cut horizontally into 2-3 slices. Repeat with other breasts.
Optional - Working with one piece of chicken at a time, cover with a sheet of baking paper and pound with a rolling pin or the flat side of a meat mallet until around ½-1 cm or 1/4-inch thick. Set aside and repeat with the remaining other pieces.
Again, working with one piece at a time, place into the flour bowl and coat in flour, shaking off any excess. Transfer to bowl with beaten egg and turn to coat. Lift and gently shake, allowing excess to drip off. Coat with panko mixture, pressing semi-firm to help the breadcrumbs stick. Repeat with more egg and breadcrumb layer if desired.
Transfer the chicken to a large plate or tray and repeat with the rest of the pieces.
Place a large frying pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Place 2-3 pieces of chicken (or enough that will fit in your pan while allowing space between) and cook until crispy golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. They do not need to be cooked through as you'll be baking them to finish. Add more oil when needed.
Once the cutlets are fried, transfer them to a baking sheet and bake them in the oven for 5-15 minutes at 180°C / 350°F to help them cook through and be crispy. Ensure you don't overcook the meat.
Transfer cutlets to a plate lined with paper towel to absorb any excess oil. Season with salt. Serve with lemon and chopped parsley.
See serving suggestions above :)

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