Description
Crispy, golden chicken cutlets with authentic Italian flavors, baked to perfection. A healthier alternative to fried chicken that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1.5 cups Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch even thickness between plastic wrap.
- 3. Set up three shallow dishes: flour with salt and pepper in first, beaten eggs in second, and breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture with Italian seasonings in third.
- 4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture.
- 5. Place breaded cutlets on prepared baking sheet and lightly spray tops with olive oil.
- 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and coating is golden brown.
- 7. Let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in oven at 375°F for best results. Can freeze for up to 3 months. Serve with pasta, salad, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g