Description
These Baked Chicken Cutlets are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with savory Parmesan and herb flavor. They offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, making them perfect for sandwiches, salads, or family dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Breading Mixture
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Egg Wash
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
Finishing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for crispy cutlets.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top if available to allow air circulation and even cooking.
- Slice Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets for quicker and even cooking.
- Pound Chicken: If needed, gently pound the chicken cutlets to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
- Make Egg Wash: In one bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
- Prepare Breading: In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each cutlet into the egg wash to moisten, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Arrange Cutlets: Place the breaded cutlets on the prepared baking sheet or wire rack spaced evenly.
- Drizzle Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle the olive oil over the cutlets to help with browning and crispiness.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping the cutlets halfway through to ensure even browning and cooking.
- Check Temperature: Continue baking until the cutlets are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Rest: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an extra crunchy texture.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
- Serve with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese for a chicken Parmesan-style dish.
- Leftover cutlets make great additions to sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted; however, adjust cooking time accordingly due to their different thickness and fat content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Italian
