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Mediterranean Chicken Cutlets

Crispy Mediterranean Chicken Cutlets That Wow Your Tastebuds

These Mediterranean Chicken Cutlets feature a crispy parmesan crust, perfect for an easy yet impressive dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cutlets
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 3/4 cup Flour King Arthur all-purpose; gluten-free can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 Eggs room temperature
For the Breading
  • 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs use panko for extra crispiness
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated; can substitute with pecorino cheese
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Paprika
For Frying
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil extra virgin preferred
For Serving
  • Lemon Wedges for balancing the dish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • shallow bowls
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mediterranean Chicken Cutlets
  1. Prepare Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls with flour mixed with salt and pepper, whisked eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and paprika in the third.
  2. Dry and Season Chicken: Pat the chicken cutlets dry, and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Bread the Cutlets: Dredge each cutlet in the seasoned flour, coat in whisked eggs, and then press into the breadcrumb mixture. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fry Cutlets: Place 2-3 cutlets in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook for 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain and Serve: Transfer cooked cutlets to a wire rack to drain excess oil, then serve warm with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken is fully dry before coating and allow breaded cutlets to rest to help coating adhere during frying.

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