Welcome to the ultimate guide for creating the most juicy, tender, and incredibly cheesy baked chicken cutlets you’ve ever tasted! This recipe, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a show-stopping weekend feast, delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a melting layer of golden cheese that is absolutely irresistible. Forget complicated frying—we achieve that crispy perfection right in the oven, making cleanup a breeze. Get ready for a family favorite!
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🍽️ Recipe Overview: Crispy, Cheesy, and Divine!
This recipe transforms simple boneless, skinless chicken breasts into delicate, quick-cooking cutlets. They are first coated in a flavorful, garlic-infused breadcrumb and Parmesan mix, then baked until gorgeously golden. The grand finale? A generous blanket of melted Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, sprinkled with fresh herbs, making every bite a heavenly experience. This method ensures maximum flavor with minimum fuss!
Feature Description
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20-25 minutes
Total Time ~45 minutes
Servings 4-6 cutlets (adjust quantity below)
Cuisine Italian-American 🇮🇹🇺🇸
Difficulty Easy to Medium
Page 1: Ingredients and Preparation
Essential Ingredients
The secret to this incredible flavor lies in using quality ingredients and layering the seasonings!
For the Chicken
2 lbs (about 4-6 large) Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: Sliced horizontally to create cutlets (about $1/2$ inch thick).
1 tsp Kosher Salt 🧂
$1/2$ tsp Black Pepper
🥚 The “Wet” Station (The Flavor Binder)
3 Large Eggs 🥚
$1/4$ cup Milk (or Heavy Cream): Adds richness and helps the coating stick.
$1/4$ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated is best!)
1 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley
1 tsp Garlic Powder
The “Dry” Station (The Crispy Crust)
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs: Crucial for that extra-crispy crunch!
$1/2$ cup Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs: Adds depth of flavor.
$1/2$ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 🧀
1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning (or a mix of dried oregano, basil, and thyme)
1 tsp Onion Powder
$1/2$ tsp Smoked Paprika (optional, for color and warmth)
🧀 The Cheesy Topping
1 $1/2$ cups Shredded Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese (or a mix with Provolone)
$1/4$ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
🫒 Other Necessities
$1/4$ cup All-Purpose Flour (for the first dredge)
Olive Oil Cooking Spray (or a few tablespoons of olive oil for drizzling)
Instructions in Next Page
