Chicken Parmesan Cutlets

Crispy golden chicken cutlets topped with pasta sauce and melted mozzarella. Whether served over pasta, on a sandwich, or on their own, this classic comfort food is always a winner.

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Special Equipment: Large Skillet

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts

• Flour

• Salt and pepper

• 1 to 2 eggs, beaten

• Seasoned panko breadcrumbs

• Jarred pasta sauce

• Mozzarella cheese

• Oil for frying (avocado, canola, or grapeseed oil)

Directions

1. Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally or pound thin to about 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned panko. Dredge each cutlet in the flour, then the egg, then the panko, pressing firmly so the coating sticks.

3. Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Fry the cutlets for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.

4. Top each cutlet with a spoonful of pasta sauce and mozzarella cheese. Bake at 375°F for 8 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted, or broil for 2 to 4 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.