Simple Chicken Cutlets Made From Scratch
Simple Chicken Cutlets Made From Scratch is an incredibly versatile dish that can elevate any meal. The flavor profile of these cutlets is a delightful combination of savory and crispy, making them a favorite among both adults and children.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
- Meat Mallet
- Shallow Dishes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large Boneless Chicken Breasts Fresh and preferably organic for best flavor.
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Sifted to avoid lumps.
- 2 large Eggs Beaten, acts as a binding agent.
- 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs Plain or seasoned, for crispy texture.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To season the chicken.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 0.5 cup Cooking Oil Vegetable or canola oil for frying.
Optional Garnish
- 1 handful Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your chicken. Place the boneless chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Season the chicken. Sprinkle both sides of each cutlet generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Allow the chicken to sit for about 10-15 minutes.
- Set up your breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
- Bread the chicken by dredging each cutlet in flour, dipping in eggs, and coating with breadcrumbs.
- Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the breaded chicken cutlets to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken cutlets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked cutlets to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
These cutlets are perfect for a family dinner, lunch, or meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.