Description

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and loaded with gooey, melted cheese — this recipe hits all the right notes for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you’re after a quick dinner idea, an easy recipe to impress guests, or just some new food ideas for the week, these chicken cutlets will become a fast favorite. It’s perfect for cozy family dinners, casual get-togethers, or whenever you crave that satisfying crunch paired with cheesy indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten

1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs (panko or Italian-style)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional)

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make thin cutlets.
Pound them to an even 1/2 inch thickness and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Dredge cutlets in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each cutlet 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and immediately sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Optional: Place under broiler for a minute to melt and brown the cheese.
Garnish with parsley and serve hot.