Description
Transform humble chicken cutlets into something extraordinary with a crispy Parmesan-basil coating for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken cutlets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.
- Dip each chicken cutlet into the egg, ensuring it’s fully coated, and then dip it into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot and enjoy your quick, delicious dinner!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 160mg