Extra Crispy Chicken Cutlet Recipe (Easy & Delicious)

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Looking for an easy and delicious chicken dish? This extra crispy chicken cutlet recipe is perfect for you! With only a few simple ingredients, you can have a tasty and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.

RELATED: If you love this extra crispy chicken cutlet recipe, check out this Extra Crispy Air Fryer Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken) recipe too!

What You Need to Make Extra Crispy Chicken Cutlets

• 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to thin cutlets
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/3 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
• salt and pepper, to taste
• garlic powder (optional)
• smoked paprika (optional)
• oil, for frying

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Different Ways to Change Up The Seasonings

• Add onion powder for extra flavors!
• Use Italian seasoning for Italian chicken cutlets
• Add red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
• Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedge

How Do You Keep Cutlets Crispy?

Using a mixture of cornstarch and flour helps the chicken cutlets fry crunchier than all-purpose flour alone.

Once you dip the chicken cutlets in the egg mixture, it is also important to coat the chicken with the breadcrumb mixture generously for the ultimate extra crunchy chicken cutlets.

How to Make Extra Crispy Chicken Cutlet

1. If the chicken breasts are thick, cut them thinly with a sharp knife and use a meat mallet to pound it.
2. Prepare 3 shallow bowls. In the first bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix together the parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder (if using) and paprika (if using).
3. Season the chicken cutlets with extra salt and pepper, then dip it in the flour bowl until well coated.
4. Dip the chicken in the beaten eggs bowl until well coated, then finish it by dipping the chicken in the seasoned breadcrumbs bowl until completely covered on both sides.
5. Repeat with the remaining chicken cutlets.
6. In a large pan, add enough oil to cover the chicken halfway and heat on medium-high heat. Once hot, drop in the chicken cutlet, making sure to place them in a single layer. If your pan is not too big, you may have to fry it in multiple batches. Fry for approximately 3 minutes, or until chicken cutlet is golden brown on both sides.
7. Use tongs or skimmer to transfer the cooked cutlets to a plate lined with paper towels (to remove the excess oil). That’s it! I love serving these extra crispy chicken cutlets with a homemade Sambal Aioli (Hot Chili Aioli) Dipping Sauce or 10-minute Sambal Oelek Red Chili Paste. ENJOY!

How Do You Know When a Chicken Cutlet is Done Frying?

Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken cutlets. When the chicken cutlets have reached an internal temperature of 165 °F and the chicken coating is golden brown and crispy, they’re done!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken Cutlet Same as Breast?

Chicken breast refers to the whole breast, while chicken cutlet refers to thinly sliced chicken breast.

What Cut is Chicken Cutlets?

Chicken cutlets are chicken breasts that are thinly sliced.

How To Store Leftover Cutlets

Once the cutlets are breaded, you can freeze them for up to 3 months.

To freeze them, place the breaded chicken cutlets on a large baking sheet for at least 1 hour. Then place them in resealable freezer bags or an airtight container. When ready to cook, just thaw in the refrigerator and fry as instructed.

Can You Fry Chicken Cutlets in Vegetable Oil?

Yes! This crispy chicken cutlets recipe works best with vegetable oil, canola oil, or avocado oil.

Can You Fry Chicken Cutlets in Olive Oil?

I would not recommend frying chicken cutlets with olive oil or butter as they both have lower smoke points.

Complete Meal Ideas Using This Chicken Cutlet Recipe

These crispy chicken cutlets are similar to chicken milanese and will pair well with marinara sauce on top of your favorite pasta.

A great side dish for chicken cutlets is fresh green salads!

If you’re looking for something nontraditional, you can even cut up the cooked chicken cutlets and add them to a stir fry recipe for a crunchy protein option!

The best part of this chicken cutlet recipe is that it’s so versatile. Eat is as main course, or as a snack!

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