Deliciously seasoned chicken cutlets are breaded and pan-fried until golden brown and crispy. Chicken Milanese is a classic Italian recipe that is fast, easy, and sure to be a weeknight favorite! We love chicken at our house, and I always look for easy chicken recipes for my family. Chicken Milanese cooks up quickly because the cutlets are thin. I love it when dinner doesn’t require a lot of cooking time! Try some of my fast and easy chicken recipes that are made in the air fryer like this delicious recipe or these popular drumsticks. I also love slow-cooker chicken recipes like this one!
What Is Chicken Milanese?
Originating in the city of Milan, Italy, chicken Milanese is known as a breaded and pan-fried thin cut of meat. It can be made with veal or pork, but chicken is our favorite! The breading gets crispy and golden on the outside, but the chicken remains tender and moist on the inside. I also like to use seasonings and Parmesan cheese for added flavor! You are going to love my recipe! I love how versatile chicken Milanese is because the flavors are delicious yet simple. It’s a perfect meal for a busy weeknight or to impress dinner guests. This chicken recipe would pair well with any side dish you desire! It is commonly served with a simple side salad. But I love to serve it with roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus, and these easy homemade rolls.
Ingredients For Chicken Milanese
I love that this recipe uses so many basic ingredients. With just a few pantry seasonings, flour, and bread crumbs, you can create a tasty breading for your cutlets! Set up your breading station and you are good to go! The measurements can all be found in the recipe card below.
Chicken Breasts: I use boneless skinless chicken breasts and cut them lengthwise to be thinner. Then I pound the cutlets to be 1/4-inch thick. Eggs: Used for dipping to help the breading stick to the chicken. Salt: Salt enhances the overall flavor. Pepper: For seasoning and to balance out the flavors. Italian Seasoning: I love to use Italian seasoning to flavor my chicken! You can get this from the store or make your own blend at home. All-Purpose Flour: I use all-purpose flour in this recipe to give structure to the breading. You can also use whole wheat flour as an alternative. Bread Crumbs: I use plain breadcrumbs in this recipe, but you can use Italian breadcrumbs. It’s a great shortcut! Panko breadcrumbs work as well. Parmesan Cheese: I like to use freshly grated parmesan for the best possible flavor! Olive Oil: I like to use olive oil for frying, but vegetable oil works too. Lemon Wedges: For serving and to garnish.
Chicken Milanese Recipe
This chicken Milanese recipe will be a new family favorite! Once the chicken is breaded then it cooks up in minutes because the cutlets are so thin. You’ll have golden brown and tender chicken in no time! Follow my super easy instructions below.
Breadcrumbs: I like to add seasonings and herbs to plain breadcrumbs because I can control the flavors. But you can omit the Italian seasoning and just buy premade Italian breadcrumbs. Panko breadcrumbs also work! Spices: You can definitely mix this up and add different spices and seasonings to your breadcrumb mixture. Press: Press the crumbs onto the chicken cutlets because helps the coating to stick. Crowding: You don’t want to overcrowd the pan. Don’t Overcook: Use a meat thermometer to test for doneness and make sure you don’t overcook the cutlets. You are looking for a temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
In the Refrigerator: In an airtight container, your chicken Milanese will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days. In the Freezer: In an airtight container, store your chicken in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Reheating: You can reheat your chicken in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees F. This helps to keep the outside nice and crispy! The internal temperature should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit before consumption.
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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.
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