Chicken Milanese Recipe – 15 Minute Dinner!
This crispy, juicy chicken Milanese is a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. A family favorite, this recipe boasts a simple breading process that yields perfectly golden-brown cutlets every time.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 cups peanut oil or canola oil
- Kosher salt
- 1 lemon, freshly squeezed
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation Time
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 2-3 servings
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
Place chicken breasts in a zipper bag and pound them evenly to an even thickness.
Step 2: Set Up the Breading Station
Whisk eggs in a bowl. In another bowl, combine Panko and Italian breadcrumbs.
Step 3: Bread the Chicken
Dip each chicken cutlet in the egg, ensuring it’s fully coated. Dredge the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides completely.
Step 4: Heat the Oil
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
Step 5: Pan-Fry the Chicken
Carefully place breaded chicken cutlets in the hot oil. Do not touch them.
Step 6: Cook and Flip
Pan-fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Step 7: Season and Serve
Remove chicken from the skillet and immediately season generously with kosher salt. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cutlets. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
