Image: eatinspired.com / All Rights reservedA classic favorite gets a deliciously crispy upgrade with these Italian-seasoned breaded chicken breasts that come together in just minutes. The combination of perfectly crunchy exterior and juicy, tender meat inside makes this dish a regular request at our family dinners. As a busy mom, I love that I can prep these ahead and keep them ready in the fridge, then just pop them in the oven when everyone’s hungry. Whether you’re serving them over pasta, alongside roasted vegetables, or slicing them for sandwiches, these breaded chicken breasts are one of those reliable recipes that never disappoints – I’ve been making them for weeknight dinners and casual gatherings for nearly a decade!
Ingredient List
2 cups Italian style breadcrumbs
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 tbsp Italian herb seasoning
3 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheese
1/2 cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 lb chicken breast cutlets
1/4 cup EVOO
Preparation Time
30-45 minutes
Cooking Time
15-25 minutes
Total Time
45-70 minutes
Level of Difficulty
Medium
Step-by-Step Instructions
Mix breadcrumbs, grated garlic, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and Italian seasoning in a medium shallow dish.
In a separate dish, whisk eggs with salt, pepper, grated cheese, and a splash of water. In a third bowl, combine flour with salt and pepper.
Cover thinly sliced chicken breasts with plastic wrap and pound until thin. Season one side with salt and pepper, then stack pieces.
Using one hand, coat chicken in flour mixture, then with opposite hand dip in egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs using the first hand. Let rest for 30 minutes.
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden brown on both sides.
Drain chicken cutlets on a rack or paper towels and serve with salad, pasta, or preferred dipping sauce.
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