Breaded Chicken Cutlets

17/11/2023

Breaded chicken cutlets are a tasty and relatively simple second course to prepare. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
Flour, as needed for breading
2 eggs
Breadcrumbs, as needed for breading
Seed oil for frying (alternatively, olive oil for healthier cooking)
(Optional) Garlic powder or herbs to enrich the breadcrumbs

Preparation

Start by lightly beating the chicken breasts between two sheets of kitchen film or parchment paper until they are evenly thin, but without puncturing them.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Prepare three deep plates: in the first put the flour, in the second beat the eggs with a pinch of salt, in the third put the breadcrumbs (if you want, you can add garlic powder or aromatic herbs such as oregano, thyme, or chopped rosemary to add more flavor).
Coat the chicken breasts in the flour, ensuring it is well distributed over the entire surface.
Dip the breaded cutlets in the beaten eggs, making sure the egg sticks well on all sides.
Lastly, coat them in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the breading sticks well on both sides.
Heat a generous amount of seed oil in a pan and when it has reached the right temperature (you can test it with a piece of bread; if the bread sizzles, the oil is ready), fry the cutlets until they are golden and crispy on both sides.
Remove the cutlets from the oil and let them drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil. Serve hot.

If you prefer lighter cooking, you can bake the cutlets in the oven on a baking tray lined with parchment paper at 200 °C (392 °F) for about 20 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking to brown on both sides.

Curiosity

The Milanese-style chicken cutlets, the “slender” sisters of the famous veal Milanese cutlet, can be enhanced with a sprinkle of lemon juice before serving, to add a touch of freshness to the dish. Moreover, their versatility allows you to experiment with different spices or grated cheeses in the breading, for always new and surprising variations.