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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken That Will Wow Your Tastebuds

Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a quick, crowd-pleasing dish that transforms chicken breasts into a gourmet delight.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: High Protein Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 907 grams
  • to taste kosher salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste ground black pepper adds a hint of warmth
For the Coating
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour about 32 grams
  • 2 large eggs lightly whisked
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs about 100 grams
  • ¼ cup seasoned Italian breadcrumbs about 25 grams
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese about 60 grams
For Cooking
  • cup olive oil divided, about 80 ml

Equipment

  • skillet
  • shallow bowls
  • Whisk
  • meat mallet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by pounding the chicken breasts to a uniform thickness of about ¼ inch. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Gather three shallow bowls. Place flour in the first, whisk eggs in the second, and combine breadcrumbs in the third.
  3. Dredge the chicken in flour, dip in egg, and press into the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Cook coated chicken cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Serve immediately with favorite sides like salads or pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure even cooking by pounding the chicken to uniform thickness and do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking.

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