30-Minute Crispy Chicken Cutlets Recipe
Elevate your dinner with these irresistible 30-Minute Crispy Chicken Cutlets! With a perfectly golden crust and juicy interior, this dish is a crowd-pleaser for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Served hot and paired with your choice of sides, these cutlets promise to satisfy with every bite. Get ready to impress family and friends with this quick and tasty meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Breading Station: In three shallow dishes, place flour mixed with salt and pepper, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Chicken: Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, then cover with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook the Cutlets: Fry breaded cutlets for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer cooked cutlets to paper towels to drain excess oil. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg