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Italian Chicken Cutlets Recipe

Italian Chicken Cutlets Recipe
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These Italian Chicken Cutlets are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor from Parmesan and Italian herbs. A classic dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to 1/2-inch thickness)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/3 cup olive oil (for frying)

For Serving:

  • lemon wedges and chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Set up the breading station: Prepare three shallow dishes with flour, beaten eggs mixed with water, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Bread the chicken: Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then egg mixture, and finally breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Fry the cutlets: Heat olive oil in a skillet, fry cutlets in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Serve: Drain on paper towels, serve warm with lemon wedges and parsley if desired.

Notes

  • To make ahead, bread the cutlets and refrigerate for a few hours before frying.
  • Enjoy the cutlets alone, with pasta, or as a sandwich with marinara and mozzarella.

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