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Baked Chicken Cutlets

Crispy, light, and quick to prepare, these baked chicken cutlets deliver takeout-level crunch without the frying, making them the perfect fuss-free meal for any night of the week.
Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Type de plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds chicken cutlets or thinly sliced chicken breasts
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard for a little tang
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for that extra crunch
  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs to help it stick
  • 1/3 cup finely grated parmesan for savory flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil mixed into the crumbs
  • Cooking spray or a light oil mister
  • Lemon wedges for finishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or set a wire rack on top.
  2. Set up two shallow bowls. In the first, whisk the eggs with Dijon. In the second, mix panko, plain crumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil until the crumbs look slightly moistened.
  3. Pat the chicken dry, and gently pound to an even thickness if necessary.
  4. Dip each piece into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip, then press into the crumb mixture. Place on the rack or lined pan.
  5. Lightly spritz the tops with cooking spray.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the internal temperature hits 165°F. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes for extra color, if desired.
  2. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can make gluten-free or dairy-free versions. Refrigerate cooked cutlets for 3 to 4 days and reheat at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes. To freeze, cool completely and then freeze on a sheet pan before moving to a bag. Reheat from frozen at 400°F for 15 to 18 minutes.