Restaurant-Style Chicken Milanese
Restaurant-Style Chicken Milanese is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. With its crispy, golden-brown exterior and tender, juicy chicken, this recipe transforms a simple meal into an unforgettable experience. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this Chicken Milanese is quick to prepare and sure to be a hit at any table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup olive oil
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with mixed breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound them to about ½ inch thick for even cooking.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the chicken cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with lemon wedges for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, season the flour with salt and pepper before dredging. Experiment with herbs like oregano or basil in the breadcrumb mixture for a unique twist.