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Crispy Parmesan Chicken

Chicken breast dredged in egg, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan, then pan-fried until golden and crispy. Serve with cool sliced cucumbers and fresh dill for a fresh, crunchy contrast.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
48g
Crispy Parmesan Chicken
comfortcasualamericanchickencrispytenderweeknightmain-dish

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then pound to even 1/2-inch thickness.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk egg in one bowl; mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan in another bowl with salt and pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Dip each chicken breast into egg, then coat both sides in breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

  4. Step 4

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  5. Step 5

    Add chicken and cook without moving for 4 minutes until golden; flip and cook 3–4 minutes until cooked through.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot chicken with sliced cucumbers and dill on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • meat mallet or rolling pin
  • two shallow bowls
  • whisk
  • 12-inch skillet
  • spatula

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