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Easy Oven Baked Chicken Cutlets

Easy Oven Baked Chicken Cutlets

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (when using gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour)

Description

Easy Oven Baked Chicken Cutlets offer a quick, healthier, and delicious meal option with crispy golden crusts and juicy, tender chicken inside. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and oven baking to achieve fantastic flavor and texture without frying.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts, butterflied or sliced thin

Coating

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular; substitute gluten-free if needed)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (or Pecorino Romano or mild cheddar as substitute)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Binders and Finish

  • 2 large eggs, whisked
  • Olive oil or cooking spray, to lightly coat cutlets

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts evenly into thin cutlets or butterfly them to ensure uniform cooking. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels to help the coating adhere.
  2. Set Up the Breading Station: In one shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the seasoned coating mix.
  3. Coat the Cutlets: Dip each chicken cutlet first into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to secure an even crust all around each piece.
  4. Arrange and Bake: Place the breaded cutlets on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a lightly greased wire rack for better crisping. Lightly drizzle or spray olive oil over the cutlets for a golden finish. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the crust is crisp and chicken is cooked through.
  5. Rest and Serve: Remove the cutlets from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes to lock in juices, ensuring tender, juicy bites every time before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure chicken cutlets are cut uniformly thin for even cooking and juicy centers.
  • Bake on a wire rack to avoid soggy bottoms and promote even crisping.
  • Press the breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the chicken to help the crust stick and crisp well.
  • Allow cutlets to rest before serving to redistribute juices and prevent dryness.
  • Customize the coating with herbs, spices, or cheeses to suit your taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American / Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cutlet
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg

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