Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

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Health score
30%
Parmesan Chicken Cutlets
45 min.
4
693kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that will impress your family and friends, look no further than these Parmesan Chicken Cutlets. This popular dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for lunch or dinner. With a crispy panko coating and a hint of tangy lemon, each bite is a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering main course that serves four people, making it ideal for a cozy family meal or a gathering with friends. The combination of tender chicken, savory Parmesan, and the crunch of panko breadcrumbs creates a texture that is simply irresistible. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can enjoy this dish without the guilt.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The preparation involves simple steps that allow you to focus on the joy of cooking. And if you're short on time, you can even prepare the chicken cutlets in advance and freeze them for later use. So grab your frying pan and get ready to indulge in a dish that is sure to become a staple in your home!

Ingredients

  • small chicken cutlets boneless skinless ()
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  •  optional: lemon halved
  • tablespoon ground mustard 
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1.5 cups panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Place flour in a shallow bowl. Beat eggs ina second shallow bowl.
  2. Combine panko,Parmesan, and mustard powder in a thirdshallow bowl and season mixture with saltand pepper.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper,then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. Transfer to bowl with beaten egg and turn tocoat. Lift from bowl, allowing excess to dripback into bowl. Coat with panko mixture,pressing to adhere. DO AHEAD: Chickencan be breaded 3 months in advance.
  5. Placebetween pieces of freezer paper or waxedpaper and freeze in resealable freezer bags.Thaw before continuing.
  6. Heat 6 tablespoons oil in a large heavy skilletor a cast-iron skillet over medium-highheat. Working in 2 batches, cook cutlets,adding remaining 2 tablespoons oil to pan betweenbatches, until golden brown and cookedthrough, about 4 minutes per side.
  7. Transfercutlets to a paper towel-lined plate andseason with salt.
  8. Serve with lemon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories693kcal
Protein27.73%
Fat50.44%
Carbs21.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.88
Glycemic Load
13.45
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
29.115652229475%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.53mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.55mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:692.73kcal
34.64%
Fat:38.54g
59.29%
Saturated Fat:6.99g
43.69%
Carbohydrates:37.53g
12.51%
Net Carbohydrates:34.89g
12.69%
Sugar:2.4g
2.66%
Cholesterol:206.05mg
68.68%
Sodium:499.34mg
21.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:47.66g
95.33%
Selenium:80.85µg
115.5%
Vitamin B3:20.75mg
103.77%
Vitamin B6:1.39mg
69.39%
Phosphorus:531.28mg
53.13%
Vitamin B1:0.55mg
36.52%
Vitamin E:4.79mg
31.96%
Vitamin B5:3.13mg
31.28%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.68%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.2%
Folate:91.78µg
22.94%
Potassium:790.21mg
22.58%
Iron:3.78mg
21.01%
Vitamin C:16.47mg
19.97%
Magnesium:73.59mg
18.4%
Vitamin K:19.19µg
18.28%
Calcium:153.59mg
15.36%
Zinc:2.09mg
13.96%
Vitamin B12:0.72µg
11.94%
Fiber:2.64g
10.56%
Copper:0.18mg
8.98%
Vitamin A:241.84IU
4.84%
Vitamin D:0.7µg
4.68%
Source:Epicurious