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Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

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A quick and easy recipe for golden, crispy baked chicken cutlets coated with Parmesan and breadcrumbs, delivering a juicy interior and crunchy exterior without frying.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain, Italian seasoned, or panko)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil spray or light cooking oil
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat from chicken breasts. Place each breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or in a resealable bag. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken to about 1/2 inch thickness.
  2. Set up breading stations: place flour in one shallow bowl, beaten eggs with water in a second, and a mixture of Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper in a third bowl. Mix breadcrumb mixture well.
  3. Dredge each chicken cutlet first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg wash, and finally press into breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides well. Set breaded cutlets on a plate.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Place a wire rack on top and spray lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking. Arrange cutlets on the rack without touching.
  5. Spray tops of cutlets lightly with olive oil spray. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip cutlets, spray the other side, and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temperature.
  6. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil cutlets for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking. Use a wire rack to allow air circulation and prevent soggy bottoms. Spray both sides with olive oil spray to mimic frying. Freshly grated Parmesan crisps better than pre-grated. Check internal temperature to avoid overbaking.

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