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Chicken Milanese

Chicken Milanese

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

Chicken Milanese is a crispy, golden Italian classic that comes together in just 45 minutes. Lightly breaded and pan-fried, this dish is served with a fresh cherry tomato salad over arugula for the perfect balance of crunch and freshness. Serve with a squeeze of lemon for a bright, flavorful finish!


Ingredients

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Arugula and Cherry Tomato Salad:

  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes (about 2 cups), halved
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 sprig fresh basil, thinly sliced (chiffonade)
  • 4 handfuls arugula

Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt, divided (or to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup Italian-style seasoned dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup olive oil (for frying)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Salad: In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir in fresh basil and set aside while you cook the chicken.

  • Prepare the Chicken:

    • Preheat oven to 250°F. Place a cooling rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
    • Slice each chicken breast into even cutlets.
    • In a shallow dish, mix flour with ½ tsp salt and black pepper.
    • In another shallow dish, whisk eggs with ¼ tsp salt and black pepper.
    • In a third shallow dish, combine panko, seasoned breadcrumbs, Parmesan, lemon zest, and ¼ tsp salt.
  • Bread the Chicken:

    • Dredge each cutlet in the flour, shaking off excess.
    • Dip into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off.
    • Coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Fry two cutlets at a time for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temp). Adjust heat to prevent burning.
    • Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and keep warm in the oven.
    • Repeat with remaining cutlets.
  • Serve: Place a handful of arugula on a plate, top with a crispy chicken cutlet, and spoon the cherry tomato salad over it. Serve with lemon wedges.


Notes

  • Use a meat mallet to pound chicken evenly for a tender, uniform cutlet.
  • Swap arugula for baby spinach if preferred.
  • For extra crunch, double-coat the chicken in the breadcrumbs.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 636
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 27g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg