Kenz
Culinary Explorer
Have this chicken dish guys! perfect for everyday!
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken until it is about 1/4 inch thick. This ensures even cooking and tenderizes the meat.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Breading Station:
- Prepare three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, beat the eggs. In the third dish, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken evenly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry the Chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets in the hot oil, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot, garnished with lemon wedges and chopped parsley if desired.
- Optional:
- You can serve Chicken Milanese with a side of arugula salad dressed with a simple vinaigrette, or with spaghetti pomodoro for a more substantial meal.
