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Golden Fried Chicken Cutlets with Whipped Feta, Roasted Tomatoes & Basil Oil Finish

Crispy golden chicken cutlets served with creamy whipped feta, sweet roasted tomatoes, and a fragrant basil oil finish. A perfect quick and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken:
  • 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. 1. Slice chicken breasts horizontally into thin cutlets and pound to even thickness if needed.
  2. 2. Set up a breading station: place flour in one shallow dish, beaten eggs in another, and mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third.
  3. 3. Dredge each cutlet in flour, then dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. 4. Heat about 1/2 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. 5. Fry cutlets in batches (do not overcrowd) for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
  6. 6. Serve immediately with whipped feta, roasted tomatoes, and a drizzle of basil oil.