Description
Crispy, golden Chicken Milanese delivers a classic Italian favorite that melts in your mouth with perfectly seasoned breaded chicken. Served alongside a fresh lemon wedge, this dish invites you to savor each delectable bite of authentic Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water
- 1 cup (240 ml) Italian-style breadcrumbs
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)
Cooking and Serving Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 ml) olive oil (or a mix of olive oil and vegetable oil)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Optional Arugula Salad Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Transform chicken breasts into delicate, paper-thin cutlets by carefully slicing each piece horizontally, then gently pounding between plastic wrap to achieve uniform thickness.
- Establish a strategic breading setup using three separate containers: one filled with flour for initial coating, another with whisked eggs to help create adhesion, and a final station combining breadcrumbs with complementary seasonings like Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian herbs.
- Meticulously coat each cutlet by first dusting with flour, ensuring excess is shaken off, then delicately dipping into egg wash, allowing minimal dripping, and finally encasing in seasoned breadcrumb mixture with a gentle pressing motion to secure the crisp exterior.
- Warm a skillet with neutral cooking oil over medium heat, creating an ideal environment for golden-brown transformation. Carefully introduce breaded cutlets, allowing each side to develop a rich, crispy texture through 3-4 minutes of consistent cooking until internal temperature reaches safe consumption levels.
- While chicken crisps, prepare a vibrant accompaniment by combining peppery arugula and sweet cherry tomatoes, dressing them with a zesty blend of olive oil and fresh lemon juice, seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Present the golden chicken alongside a bright lemon wedge, offering a tangy counterpoint to the rich, crispy cutlet. Complement the dish with the fresh, herbaceous salad or your preferred side selection.
Notes
- Choose thin, uniform chicken cutlets to ensure even cooking and crispy breading that covers the entire surface.
- Pound the chicken gently to prevent tearing, creating a tender and consistent thickness for perfect breading adherence.
- Use a combination of breadcrumbs and Parmesan for extra crunch and rich, savory flavor that elevates the traditional Milanese coating.
- Pat chicken completely dry before breading to help the flour and breadcrumb mixture stick better and create a crispier exterior.
- Allow each breaded cutlet to rest for 5 minutes before frying to help the coating set and prevent it from falling off during cooking.
- Opt for neutral oils with high smoke points like vegetable or canola for consistent, golden-brown frying without burning.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour and use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- Control oil temperature around 350-375°F to achieve a perfectly crisp exterior without absorbing excess oil or becoming greasy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg