chicken cutlets

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Nov 11, 2025

These chicken cutlets are crispy on the outside and so tender on the inside that you can cut them with a fork. They are made quickly and easily with simple pantry ingredients.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Pan Fry
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 - boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to 1/4 - 1/2 inch thick
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil

How To Make chicken cutlets

  • Step 1
    Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-1/2 inch thick using a meat mallet.
  • Step 2
    Arrange the breading station. Add the flour to a wide, shallow bowl. Add the eggs to a wide, shallow bowl. Mix the Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Step 3
    Dredge the chicken cutlets in flour, then in beaten eggs, and into the Panko bread crumb mixture.
  • Step 4
    Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet. Add the breaded chicken. Cook until golden brown and cooked through. Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the crispy chicken to paper towels to drain.

Discover More

Category: Chicken
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Pan Fry
Culture: American

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