Description

This easy chicken cutlets recipe is a quick, crispy, and juicy weeknight dinner made with boneless chicken breasts, parmesan breadcrumbs, and a golden pan-fried crust. Perfect for family meals, meal prep, or freezer-friendly make-ahead options. Learn how to make chicken cutlets that are crispy on the outside and tender inside every time.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken cutlets

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

2 large eggs

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup olive oil

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Instructions

1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally or use pre-sliced cutlets; pound to even thickness if needed.

2. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

3. Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, one with breadcrumbs and Parmesan mixed.

4. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture. Press to adhere.

5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook cutlets 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

6. Rest on paper towels or a wire rack for a couple minutes before serving.

Notes

Let chicken come to room temp before cooking to ensure even frying.

Don’t overcrowd the pan—work in batches if needed.

Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure internal temp hits 165°F.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cutlet
Calories: 340
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 125mg