Description
Extra Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Cutlets are a delightful fusion of crunch and zest that will elevate any meal. With their golden-brown exterior and tangy lemon flavor, these cutlets are perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Easy to prepare and versatile, they can be served on salads, in sandwiches, or enjoyed solo. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your workstation by gathering all ingredients and preheating oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper. Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry cutlets in hot oil for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg